If there is something that fuels Karim Benzema to get better it's criticism. It could come from the stands and it can also come from his coach. The French striker revealed that criticism from his former boss, Jose Mourinho made him a much better player.
The 27-year-old player, who was recently considered the fan favorite among the BBC, has fought against criticism ever since joining Los Merengues in 2009. He has learned that at Madrid everyone is watching and they expect perfection.
Fans expect perfection from Karim Benzema
“I really think it is something that has happened since I came to Real where I cannot make a bad pass o have a bad game,” Benzema said.
The Frenchman has learned how to turn the negative feedback into something positive for him. It was not easy when it was coming out of Mourinho’s mouth.
Mourinho was hard on Benzema during his time at Real Madrid
“It affects my family more. I knew that I was being criticized, that Mourinho criticized me, but it was his way of making me react,” he added.
Benzema has reacted to all the hate once expressed by the Special One. If Mou was to come back to Real Madrid, he would hardly call Benzema lazy again.
Benzema was considered "lazy" by the Special One
“Now, I come in before everyone else, I have treatment, I go to the gym, and I am the last one to leave after training,” Benzema added.
