Karim Benzema (hamstring) has been deemed fully fit for Tuesday's Champions League match against Manchester City, ESPN FC reports.

Benzema (hamstring) has been deemed fully fit for Tuesday's Champions League match against Manchester City, ESPN FC reports.

Analysis:

Benzema was removed from Saturday's match against Rayo Vallecano before halftime due to the ailment, but he's apparently responded well for treatment and could very well start in the first leg Tuesday.