Mallorca 0-3 Real Madrid: 5 Talking Points as Karim Benzema and Vinicius Jr shine | La Liga 2021-22

#3 Vinicius Jr shines for Real Madrid

Vinicius Jr celebrates after scoring a goal.

Vinicius Jr had a great game for Real Madrid. The 21-year-old dazzled on the left, giving Pablo Maffeo nightmares. His link-up play with Karim Benzema was mesmerizing. He scored the opening goal of the game as he slotted one past Sergio Rico after receiving the ball from Benzema.

Vinicius won nine duels, made four recoveries, won one tackle, made one interception, completed three dribbles and created five chances throughout the game. The Brazilian also won a penalty for Benzema's first goal of the night.

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#2 Eden Hazard has completely fallen out of favor

Eden Hazard's future at the club looks uncertain.

Eden Hazard has completely fallen out of favor with Carlo Ancelotti. He was not even amongst the five substitutes used by the manager against Mallorca. The last time he played for Real Madrid was against Deportivo Alaves on February 19 and the last game he started was on January 23 against Elche.

Hazard is below Marco Asensio and Rodrygo in the pecking order. His chances of making it big at Real Madrid look bleak. His future remains uncertain as it looks like the Belgian is not going to get regular minutes until Ancelotti is at the helm.

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#1 Karim Benzema is on another level

Karim Benzema scored a brace.

Karim Benzema scored a brace and set up one goal against Mallorca. He scored his first from the penalty spot in the 77th minute of the game. For his second, he latched onto an inch-perfect cross from Marcelo before heading it into the back of the net.

Benzema has been in a league of his own this season. The Frenchman has scored 22 goals in La Liga this season and also has 11 assists to his name. Benzema has now scored five goals in his last two games and looks hungry for more.