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'It was special, he connects with Vinicius Jr's eyes, backpedals and then attacks the ball': Thierry Henry breaks down Karim Benzema's elite attacking play for decisive Real Madrid goal against Chelsea

Karim Benzema's decisive extra-time goal showcased his intelligence, movement and lethal finishing ability, according to Thierry Henry.

The Real Madrid striker scored his fourth goal of the tie against Chelsea at a crucial time, cutting the deficit to 3-2 on the night and 5-4 on aggregate.

Henry was in the studio as a pundit for CBS Sports and waxed lyrical about his compatriot's attacking play.

Karim Benzema's crucial goal against Chelsea had Thierry Henry purring in the studio

Karim Benzema's crucial goal against Chelsea had Thierry Henry purring in the studio

Benzema caught eyes with Vinicius Jr and communicated where he wanted the ball

Benzema caught eyes with Vinicius Jr and communicated where he wanted the ball

Thierry Henry breaking down Karim Benzema's game winning goal against Chelsea.