Real Madrid striker Benzema: We're ready for Barcelona

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema says they're ready for the El Clasico against Barcelona next week.

Real are currently six points ahead of Barca in the standings.

"We have time to think about Barca. Before then we have another appointment in Gijón, which will be complicated, but we're ready for the challenge."

"I feel the confidence of the coach and from the fans around the world. I try to respond on the field," smiled Benzema.