Karim Benzema has been given the back of his coach Carlo Ancelotti, who has insisted he is pleased with the striker’s performances despite the jeering he received from Santiago Bernabeu.
The French international missed a number of clear chances to score in Sunday’s 4-1 win over Getafe. The crowd booed him during the game, although he was finally cheered when being replaced by Alvaro Morata.
Despite all the controversy, Ancelotti affirms he is happy with his player. “His performances have been good. I like his work, regardless of the goals. I don’t think it’s a big problem for him that the fans whistled him. Sometimes it can even be a good thing, because it can motivate the players,” the Italian said at a press conference.
Despite having scored four goals in six games so far this season, Real Madrid supporters have perceived a lack of effort from the Frenchman and he has come under criticism from large sections of the fans.
Benzema also spoke about the supporters critics. “I understand it. I’m the first to be disappointed when I don’t score”, he said.
The French international is expected to start in Los Blancos visit to Elche on Wednesday.
