Carlo Ancelotti's side took off for the global crush on the spirit of a 4-0 El Clasico lowering against Barcelona and the missing Italian mentor was searching for a reaction in Galicia.

Celta splendid examined the initial stages, with previous La Blaugrana midfielder Denis Suarez denied, before Benzema smoothly moved home from the spot.

Nonetheless, the hosts represented the more noteworthy danger either side of the break, with Iago Aspas kept out, as veteran star Nolito deservedly cleared them in front.But the last stages were overwhelmed by Benzema, as the Frenchman's punishment was batted away by Matias Dituro soon after the, prior hour he moved forward again late on to change over his second spot kick.Up next for Ancelotti is a midweek Champions League outing to previous side Chelsea with Celta making a beeline for Espanyol one weekend from now.

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