Ballon d’Or Contender Benzema Injured in TrainingBallon d’Or Contender Benzema Injured in Training Madrid, Spain – Real Madrid has been dealt a major blow with the news that star striker Karim Benzema has suffered an injury in training. The Frenchman, who was considered a frontrunner for this year’s Ballon d’Or, is now a doubt for the upcoming Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich and the La Liga title race. Benzema is believed to have sustained a muscle injury in his left thigh during Tuesday’s training session. The extent of the injury is yet to be determined, but it is understood to be significant enough to rule him out of Real Madrid’s crucial upcoming fixtures. The news comes as a major setback for Real Madrid, who are bidding to win a record 14th Champions League trophy and their first La Liga title since 2017. Benzema has been in exceptional form this season, scoring 44 goals in all competitions and leading the race for the European Golden Shoe award. His absence will be a huge blow to Real Madrid’s hopes of success, as the 34-year-old is their talisman and leading scorer. Coach Carlo Ancelotti now faces a dilemma over who will replace Benzema in the lineup for the upcoming games. Benzema’s injury also casts doubt on his availability for the Ballon d’Or ceremony, which is scheduled to take place on October 17. The Real Madrid striker was considered one of the favorites to win the prestigious award, but his injury could now jeopardize his chances. Real Madrid will be hoping that Benzema’s injury is not as severe as initially feared and that he can return to action sooner rather than later. However, the Frenchman’s absence will undoubtedly be a major concern for Ancelotti and his team.
