News and opinions
09 September 2010
Realmadrid.com
Karim Benzema is as inspired as ever after scoring France's opening goal against Bosnia in Euro 2012 qualifying action.
"I was so eager to return after missing the World Cup. I was very happy to score. Everyone was waiting to see what France and I had to offer. This is my most important goal for my country."
"We played much more relaxed than we did last Friday against Belarus, against whom we were not even able to score while playing at home. It was a different story against Bosnia and I scored the game winner."
"I know what the pressure is like and what these matches represent. I try to help out the younger players who might not be used to so much pressure. This is a long process. I am 22-years old and there is a lot I need to do to have a successful career playing for France."