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With Ronaldo gone and Bale injured, Benzema has forgotten how to play as the main striker

The French forward has spent so long creating space and goals for others that he is struggling to play the role of Real Madrid's leading man again

They say actions lead to habits and habits form character. Over the past two years, Karim Benzema has provided excellent support for superstar duo Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale.

Now, with the Portuguese hitman gone and the Welsh winger injured, Benzema has been asked to play the role of Real Madrid's leading man. Worryingly, he seems to have forgotten his lines. Benzema doesn't seem to remember how to play as a main striker.