Real Madrid getting even stronger - Benitez

Rafael Benitez believes Real Madrid will only get stronger after moving to the top of La Liga following Wednesday's 2-0 win over Athletic.

A Karim Benzema double fired Madrid to victory in San Mames, as they took full advantage of Barcelona's shock 4-1 defeat to Celta Vigo.

Benitez was delighted with his side's dominance against the Basque side and feels they showed they have great balance to their game.

"The team takes great confidence from having won at San Mames," he told reporters. "We had 20 efforts on target. We go away from here a stronger side.