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Comes off bench Benteke was introduced in the 81st minute of last Friday's 1-1 draw against Brighton.

Impact Benteke was hardly involved in his brief cameo, completing just one pass and making one clearance defensively. The striker hasn't scored since bagging a brace versus Burnley in mid-November, as offseason signing Odsonne Edouard has been in form and leading the line lately. Nonetheless, Benteke will hope to play a role in Sunday's upcoming visit from Liverpool.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In squad Tuesday Benteke (illness) rejoined the match-day squad versus Norwich City on Tuesday.

Impact Benteke missed the club's Boxing Day clash with Tottenham but appears to be fit enough to be a bench option against Norwich. On the year, the forward has registered four goals on 35 shots (11 on target) and one assist in 17 appearances (10 starts). Barring any setbacks, Benteke should be in the mix to return to the starting XI versus West Ham United on Saturday.

DECEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Potential COVID absence Benteke didn't play Sunday against Tottenham and is doubtful for Tuesday's clash with Norwich due to a potential COVID case.

Impact Benteke joins the ever-growing list of Crystal Palace players rumored to be dealing with COVID. The forward is likely out for Tuesday's clash though with all of these issues there's every chance the match is postponed.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays off bench midweek Benteke played 26 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's 2-2 draw to Southampton.

Impact Benteke has now started just once in last four matches and with no goals in five consecutive appearances, he'll be hard to trust for the time being until he can regain his regular starting role.

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes on as sub Benteke was introduced in the 74th minute and took an off-target shot in Sunday's 3-1 win over Everton.

Impact Benteke replaced Odsonne Edouard and drew a pair of fouls in his brief cameo. Although he'll be pleased by Sunday's result, Benteke will still be eager to return to the starting lineup for Wednesday's match versus a Southampton side he scored against to end last season.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Christian Benteke grabs Crystal Palace edge against Burnley ' Premier League

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Takes three shots in win Benteke had three shots (two on target) and made four clearances during Saturday's 2-0 win over Wolves.

Impact Benteke didn't score, but always made his presence be felt by opposing defenders. And the striker even provided some valuable contribution on the defensive end, which included a team-high four clearances. Having started three of the last four matches, Benteke is in good position to remain in the lineup for Nov. 20 visit to Burnley.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs another goal during start Benteke scored one goal during a 1-1 draw Saturday versus Newcastle United.

Impact Benteke scored one goal during both of Crystal Palace's last two games. Team manager Patrick Vieira must decide what he will do concerning his Belgian striker. Before the previous Arsenal game, Wilfried Zaha (illness) and Odsonne Edouard started twice without Benteke. The decision was easier then but is more difficult now.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea, Man City win big without playing a striker in EPL

Chelsea and Manchester City didn’t field a recognized striker between them yet still combined for 11 goals in ominous displays by the two title contenders in the Premier League

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wilson's overhead kick earns Newcastle draw at Palace in EPL

Callum Wilson’s goal from an overhead kick rescued a 1-1 draw for Newcastle at Crystal Palace but the team now under Saudi ownership remained without a Premier League win after nin...

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Christian Benteke heads Crystal Palace into the lead ' Premier League

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • YOUTUBE

First goal of season Benteke scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) during Monday's 2-2 draw with Arsenal.

Impact Benteke found the back of the net in the 50th minute scoring Palace's first goal. The goal was the first of the season for the forward while his two shots were the second highest amount on the team in the draw.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Benteke draws Crystal Palace level with Arsenal ' Premier League

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • YOUTUBE

West Ham twice throws away lead to draw 2-2 with Palace

Conor Gallagher scored both times as Crystal Palace twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with West Ham in the Premier League

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists in draw Benteke provided one assist on two chances created during Saturday's 2-2 draw with West Ham.

Impact Benteke notched his first assist of the season, matching his tally from the last four Premier League campaigns. A true finisher Benteke isn't often one to set up the goals, but his teammates will love this side of him. He will be put to the test after the international break, taking on Tottenham.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

One shot against Brentford Benteke took one shot off target and created one chance in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Brentford. He also made one clearance and blocked one shot.

Impact The Belgian forward came off the bench in the season opener but started here, although his output was identical -- one shot off target in both matches. Benteke scored 10 goals in 30 matches last season and is expected to work as Palace's main goalscoring threat.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Palace and Brentford draw 0-0 in entertaining London derby

Crystal Palace and Brentford have played out an entertaining 0-0 draw at Selhurst Park to give Palace coach Patrick Vieira his first managerial point in the Premier League

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Stays on bench in friendlies Benteke (ankle) made the roster, but he stayed on the bench for each of Belgium's two friendlies ahead of Euros.

Impact Already a backup to Lukaku, there isn't expected to be much playing time for Benteke, who closed the league campaign with an ankle issue. His best hope for playing time will be in the third group match if Belgium don't need points and even then, he's competing with Michy Batshuayi for time.

JUNE 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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