A hat-trick by Karim Benzema handed Real Madrid a first-leg 3-1 victory in their Quarterfinal tie with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday night.
The Blues now have a slim chance of retaining their Champions League crown.
Chelsea conceded two quick goals from the French striker in the 21st and 24th minutes through crosses from Vinicius Jr and Luka Modric respectively.
But the hosts pulled a goal back before the break when Kai Havertz scored in the 40th minute to give his side hope.
Benzema then completed his hat-trick few seconds into the second half when he scored a counter attack following a howler from Edouard Mendy.
Chelsea’s fate will however be determined in the second leg next week Tuesday at the Bernabeu.
