Emilio Butragueño, director of institutional relations for Real Madrid, praised Karim Benzema's heel in assisting Casemiro for the winning goal against Espanyol, said it was a “surprising” action and “one of the best plays in the championship”.
Butragueño surrendered to the quality of Benzema. “It is one of the plays of the season. It has been so spectacular … It gives an idea of the talent of the player in a moment that he has his back to see how Casemiro arrives. I found it sensational, a spectacular action. It is a play surprising because it was difficult to wait for it to be solved that way. One of the best plays of the championship, “he said on Movistar +.
Casemiro's goal after Benzema's heel
Real Madrid opens a gap with Barcelona after their rival's draw for the title. Butragueño praised the streak. “The team has a lot of merit. There are five consecutive victories and with solid defense. Today, opposite, a team in a delicate situation that has made it very difficult. There is a lot left and we have to be cautious.”
“We have to be aware of what is ours, to try to play well every game, to continue with solidarity and commitment. It is true that we depend on ourselves and we must continue in this line,” he added.
Zidane only made two changes and Butragueño sees it as logical. “We have a very complete squad and it is an element in our favor. In technical matters we do not enter, Zizou has many resources and uses them wisely. We are delighted with him and he is at Real Madrid. We want him to be here for a long time” he sentenced.