Karim Benzema Was Fasting All Day For Ramadan Before Chelsea Match, Then Scored A Sensational Hat-Trick

Benzema, 34, is currently observing Ramadan as part of his Muslim faith. 

Benzema broke his fast 13 MINUTES before kick-off, then went onto produce an all-time classic performance as he bagged a brilliant hat-trick in his side's 3-1 win at Stamford Bridge.

He said: "No impact, Ramadan is part of my life and my religion makes Ramadan an obligation."

"For me, it’s very important and I feel good when I’m fasting."

When asked what he's grateful for in life, he replied: "I am grateful for being in good health."

Benzema has now scored back-to-back Champions League hat-tricks, having destroyed Paris Saint-Germain in the last round. 

He bagged two stunning headers in the first half before completing his hat-trick a minute into the second half after pouncing on an Edouard Mendy​ mistake. 

Speaking after the game, Benzema said: "These are the magical Champions League nights we live for.

"We came here to show who we are. We came to London to prove who Real Madrid is."​

​On his star man's performance, Carlo Ancelotti added: "How to describe Benzema? I’ve no words (laughs). I’d say the Big Karim."​

The Spanish giants take a two-goal lead into the second-leg which goes down next Tuesday.