Real Madrid

The Club wished to surprise Benzema by arranging a surprise meeting with his idol Ronaldo at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. The French striker has always revered the Brazilian star. Both men praised each other.

Benzema: I've dreamt about meeting him ever since I was 12 years old. I still can't believe it. He is an amazing player, the best there's ever been.

Ronaldo: This means I must have done a good job throughout my career and that important players like Benzema enjoy my football style. Friends of mine have told me he does things in a similar way to me. They say he does step-overs, that he shoots with both feet... Being able to do the latter is a plus for any striker becausde defenders don't know what you are going to do. He is doing a great job and I'm having a lot of fun watching him play. I wish him all the best. I've never liked comparisons. They aren't good. I follow him from Brazil and I can tell he is doing a great job. It is wonderful to play at this stadium and I wish him all the luck in the world.

Benzema: I don't play like Ronaldo does and I don't know how to do everything he is able to do. I don't know if I'll be able to be as successful as he was here; he won many titles. I wish I can do the same.

Ronaldo: Dont' say anything. Just score many goals. Raul, Kaka and Cristiano will serve you many balls so that you can net many strikes to thrill everyone. Everything my eternal boss Florentino Perez does is very exciting. His passion is such that people go on the same ride with him. People are passionate for Real Madrid, but Florentino is capable of reaching out to their excitement. That's brilliant because excitement is what moves people. I wish Real Madrid reach the Champions league final. This team has an incredible presence. If you get there I will be here, so you better do a good job!

Benzema: I hope we reach the final and win the title. It would be an honour to have a player like you watching from the stands.