Karim Benzema scored from a penalty kick in Madrid’s farewell

Real Madrid tied 1-1 Athletic Bilbao went 38th in LaLiga history in a match that was much more than just a football match. The capital team witnessed the farewell of Karim Benzema, who will leave the institution in the following season. The Frenchman gave his last performance and converted a penalty kick to add more.

Complicated match for Madrid. The match was a solid and complex local defense, which was supported by the great performance of goalkeeper Courtois, a great figure covering the penalty spot and many clear shots.

The emotional moment of the meeting occurred at 70 minutes. The judge whistled Militao’s violation inside the area and Karim Benzema took charge of the shot, the last penalty he would take in the team where he played 14 consecutive seasons.

There was a sharp silence in the stadium. A silence accompanied what was to become a unique and defining moment. Benzema was faced with the opportunity to score for the last time at home, and he did not miss the opportunity. He showed his quality and a powerful right-footed touch outwitted the goalkeeper for a 1-1, which would be final.

After scoring, coach Carlo Ancelotti chose to change it up and allow him to enjoy a well-deserved ovation from the field that saw the departure of the ‘9’, leaving behind 354 goals for the club, five Champions League titles and nearly 25 titles in total.