CHRISTIAN BENTEKE NEWS

Christian Benteke's late heroics power DC United | Energy Moment of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Christian Benteke has been scoring goals all season for D.C. United. But the Belgian striker pulled off arguably his most dramatic feat yet...

JULY 18 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores twice, assists in win Benteke scored two goals off four shots (three on target), delivered an assist, made four clearances and drew three fouls during Wednesday's 3-2 win over Minnesota.

Impact Benteke had a man-of-the-match here as he scored his team's first goal early in the game, assisted Aaron Herrera for the goal that drew things level at 2-2 in the 88th minute and then found the back of the net again during stoppage time to seal the 3-2 win for D.C. United. With 16 goals over 21 starts this year, Benteke currently ranks second in MLS scoring table.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Benteke stuffs stat sheet as D.C. United wins second straight Christian Benteke scored in the first minute of stoppage time for his second tally of the game to propel D.C. United to a 3-2 victory over M...

JULY 18 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Christian Benteke scores twice, adds assist to lead DC United to 3-2 victory over Minnesota United

Christian Benteke scored the first and last goals of the match and picked up an assist in between to rally D

JULY 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Christian Benteke boots D.C. United past Minnesota United Christian Benteke’s goal in the first minute of stoppage time Wednesday night capped a brace and led visiting D.C.United to a 3-2 win over M...

JULY 18 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Christian Benteke boots D.C. United past Minnesota United Christian Benteke’s goal in the first minute of stoppage time Wednesday night capped a brace and led visiting D.C.United to a 3-2 win over M...

JULY 18 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Tallies assist in win Benteke assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Nashville SC.

Impact Benteke recorded his second assist of the season and also tied his season high with four chances created in the match. Additionally, this marked his second consecutive game with two shots, but he has not landed one on target in that span. Finally, this marked the 11th time in 20 appearances on the campaign that he registered more than 15 completed passes.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Benteke completed his suspension and will be available to face Orlando City on Saturday.

Impact The star striker missed two matches, one for a red card and another for yellow-card accumulation, but he'll be eligible to lead the attacking line for Saturday. His return should boost DC United's attack a great deal, though. as he's bagged 14 goals across 18 starts in 2024.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended a further game Benteke has been suspended another game and will now miss Wednesday's match against Cincinnati as well.

Impact Benteke was already in line to miss Saturday's match due to a red card suspension, but he is now also suspended for Wednesday's contest due to yellow card accumulation. This is a tough blow for the club, as they will be without their starting striker. He will next be available to face Orlando City on July 6.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

DC United star Christian Benteke sees red, big calls in St. Louis | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JUNE 24 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Sent off after scoring Benteke scored and was sent off during Saturday's clash with Houston.

Impact Benteke scored the opening goal in the first half but was shown a red card in the second half. The striker will now be suspended for at least one match, putting him on the sideline for a Saturday trip to RBNY.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Leads match in shots Benteke registered four shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 1-0 loss versus Atlanta United.

Impact Benteke continued his goal drought despite firing in four shots, now going three matches since his last score. However, he remains in Golden Boot contention, as his 13 goals are second in the league, only bested by Cristian Arango's 16.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension on tap Benteke recorded no stats in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd minute.

Impact Benteke was shown a yellow card midway through the second half Saturday as DC United fell 0-1 to Charlotte FC. The yellow card was Benteke's fifth of the campaign. He'll now be unavailable for DC United's home clash Wednesday versus Atlanta United, serving his one match ban.

JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Charlotte Benteke (knock) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Charlotte.

Impact Benteke is available in the starting XI for Saturday's clash after overcoming a knock against Toronto. The striker has been in good form and should be a solid option against a lackluster Charlotte defense fresh off the break.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Saturday Benteke was forced off the field in the 61st minute of Saturday's 2-2 draw against Toronto due to a muscle issue, according to manager Troy Lesesne, per Justin Ruderman of mlssocce...

Impact Benteke had a slight scare Saturday after going down with a non-contact injury. However, it looks to be less serious than many thought, as it was determined to be a low-level muscle injury, likely not leaving him out for more than a week or two. He will have an extra week to recover due to the International break, with the team not playing until June 15, as he will hope he is fit enough to compete by then.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Benteke leads D.C. United against Toronto

Christian Benteke leads D.C

MAY 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brace during May finale Benteke scored two goals with four shots (two on goal) during D.C. United's 4-2 loss Wednesday at Montreal.

Impact Even though Benteke scored during only one-third of D.C. United's games across May, it was still an excellent month for him, considering he logged multiple goals twice. The striker finished that month with five of them across six appearances. Already, Benteke is only one away from tying his 14-goal tally recorded during the 2023 MLS season.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot in draw Benteke generated one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Chicago Fire. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 46th minute.

Impact Benteke almost found the net in the first half, but his header was stopped by the rival goalkeeper. The striker has slowed down a bit by going without goals or assists in three consecutive games since his hat trick on May 11. Still, he should retain value as he continues to look for his 12th goal of the campaign from a center-forward position.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Benteke and D.C. United host the New York Red Bulls

Christian Benteke leads D.C

MAY 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

DC United's Christian Benteke named Player of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Following his second hat trick of the 2024 season, D.C. United striker Christian Benteke has been named MLS Player of the Matchday for Match...

MAY 13 • MLSSOCCER.COM

MLS Takeaways: Why more coaches aren't on the hot seat; Benteke's historic dominance Plus, diving into Christian Benteke's eye-popping and historic aerial ability after a hat trick of headers

MAY 13 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Scores hat trick Benteke scored three goals to go with five shots (four on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Benteke found the net in the 19th and 44th minutes, both times assisted by Jared Stroud, and added another goal in the 55th minute with an assist from Mateusz Klich. Despite completing a dribble, he missed two significant chances in the 49th minute. These goals bring his season tally to 11 goals in 10 games and mark his involvement in nine goals over the last eight matches.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

MVP candidate? DC United's Christian Benteke gets ANOTHER hat trick | MLSSoccer.com Christian Benteke scored a hat trick Saturday night in D.C. United's 3-2 win at Atlanta United, a familiar sight from the Belgian star.

MAY 12 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Christian Benteke's hat trick propels D.C. United over Atlanta United Christian Benteke scored his second hat trick of the season to lead D.C.United to a 3-2 victory over host Atlanta United on Saturday.D.C.Uni...

MAY 12 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Christian Benteke nets hat trick of headers to lift D.C. United in Atlanta The Belgian striker scored three goals in a 36-minute span, twice assisted by Jared Stroud, in United’s first road win of the season.

MAY 12 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM