In fact, the pair have only managed two league goals so far this season, a figure which seemed unimaginable just weeks ago. There are mitigating circumstances though, Benzema suffered a couple of untimely injuries, whilst Ronaldo spent a significant period out due to suspension, however on the pitch their records speak for themselves.
Hhere is a list of nine 'average' La Liga players who have scored more goals than Ronaldo and Benzema combined in the league so far this season.
9. Gerard Moreno (Espanyol)
4 goals in 11 games.
8. Santi Mina (Valencia)
4 goals in 11 games.
7. Enis Bardhi (Levante)
4 goals in 10 games
6. Sergio León (Real Betis)
4 goals in 9 games.
5. Ángel Rodríguez (Getafe)
4 goals in 7 games.
4. Loic Rémy (Las Palmas)
4 goals in 6 games.
3. Maxi Gómez (Celta Vigo)
5 goals in 10 games.
2. Christian Stuani (Girona)
6 goals in 9 games.
1. Tonny Sanabria (Real Betis)
7 goals in 10 games.