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'I don't know how he got out of there!' - Zidane amazed by Benzema's vital solo run

Even Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane was left struggling for words after Karim Benzema's magical run against Atletico Madrid.

Zinedine Zidane was left in awe of Karim Benzema's brilliant piece of skill that helped Real Madrid to reach the Champions League final at the expense of Atletico Madrid on Wednesday.

Diego Simeone's side scored twice in the first 16 minutes through Saul Niguez and Antoine Griezmann to threaten a remarkable comeback at Vicente Calderon, after they lost the first leg 3-0.

Isco should start final ahead of Bale

However, Isco prodded in an away goal shortly before half-time that effectively killed the tie and, although the game finished 2-1, Madrid progressed 4-2 on aggregate.