Real Madrid 1-0 Gremio: 5 talking points

#3 Benzema is walking on thin ice

Gremio v Real Madrid: Final - FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2017

It doesn't look like Karim Benzema's poor form will end anytime soon. Partnered with Ronaldo in the attack, the Frenchman struggled once again to create anything for Real Madrid.

He hardly influenced Real's attacking play and looked isolated for most of the first half. He could register just one shot on target in the first half and was rarely involved in the game. He did not fare any better in the second half and was merely a spectator throughout the game.

He has not done anything over the past few weeks to justify his place in the team. With Borja Mayoral and Gareth Bale in the team, Benzema may have to warm the bench for the El Clasico next week.