Real Madrid's Benzema unhurt after car accident

The France international's vehicle was struck from behind near Madrid airport, with no serious injuries incurred by either of the parties involved

Real Madrid star Karim Benzema emerged unhurt after suffering a car crash in the Spanish capital.

Reports indicate that the accident took place on the M-13 road close to Madrid's Barajas Airport on Friday evening.

Goal understands that Benzema's vehicle was hit from behind by another car, with no fault attached to the forward and no injuries suffered.

Local police were called to the scene, where they observed damage to both vehicles.

Benzema and the unidentified driver were given breathalyser tests, which both came up negative.

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The Frenchman is currently unavailable for Madrid, as he recovers from a muscle injury unrelated to the events of Friday.