According to his much-maligned teammate Eden Hazard, Real Madrid’s talisman goalscorer is the best player in the world. Belgian maestro may have wasted another season on the sidelines, but he certainly knows a good player when he sees one. Speaking to French media, Hazard said that Benzema would almost certainly win the prestigious Ballon d’Or award this year.Even though Hazard’s compatriots Thibaut Courtois and Kevin De Bruyne are among candidates for the award, the former Chelsea playmaker is sure that his Real Madrid teammate is the best player in the world.”I think it will be Karim. There are good players like Sadio Mane, Vinicius Junior, and a few others, but I can’t see anyone but Benzema honoured if we take everything into account. I’d say he’s 99 per cent sure to win it – he deserves it.”Benzema trying to make Hazard smile 🥲pic.twitter.com/lWV94aYAxY— Gina 🏆 (@Serginaoo) May 2, 2022 It’s believed that goalkeepers, regardless of how well they’ve played, have equal chances of winning the award because their position is so different.”I don’t think Thibaut Courtois will win, but he deserves to be in the top five. He has had an amazing year. He was excellent in the Champions League final, but he hardly had anything to do in the rounds leading up to the final. That’s why he’ll probably be overlooked by those who cast votes. On the other hand, Karim starred in just about every match – especially when it was make or break for his team. He also helped France win the UEFA Nations League in 2021 and La Liga with Real Madrid. He is world class.”Thursday, 21.45: (2.30) Spain (3.25) Portugal (3.60)It’s not only Hazard who is full of praise for the Frenchman. Last year’s Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi says that the winner is as good as decided.”I think there is no doubt. It’s evident that Benzema had a spectacular year and won the Champions League. He was decisive from the round of 16 in every game. I think there is no doubt this year.”
