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Real Madrid's Karim Benzema: Becomes fifth-highest scorer in Champions League

Benzema's header against Napoli in Wednesday's 3-1 Champions League win made him the fifth-highest scorer in Champions League history, reports the Daily Mail.

Analysis:

The Real Madrid player overtook Thierry Henry for the honor with his 51st goal in the competition. He now joins teammate Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Raul, and Ruud van Nistelrooy in the top five.

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