Cedric Bakambu - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Plays in cup game Bakambu (late return) recorded two shots (zero on goal) in 56 minutes of play during Wednesday's Copa del Rey win over Elche.

Impact Bakambu is back with his club following his participation in the AFCON for DR Congo. His availability gives Betis some center-forward depth, but he's expected to feature only if Cucho Hernandez (strain) remains out, and there could even be a contention with Chimy Avila, who scored a brace in the Copa match. Bakambu has scored two goals and two assists over 14 appearances considering all club competitions in the current campaign.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Oviedo Bakambu (late return) won't be available for Saturday's clash against Oviedo, coach Manuel Pellegrini said in the press conference, according to Zona Mixta.

Impact Bakambu resumed team training on Friday but won't be part of the squad for Saturday's clash against Oviedo, as he was given a few days of rest after returning from the AFCON where he was on international duty with DR Congo. That said, Bakambu has mainly been a bench option in La Liga this season, therefore his absence will not impact the starting lineup.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Heading back to Sevilla Bakambu is heading back to Sevilla after completing his international duty with DR of Congo at the AFCON and could be back available for Saturday's clash against Oviedo.

Impact Bakambu was eliminated with DR of Congo from the AFCON and will now head back to Sevilla and could be back available for Real Betis for Saturday's clash against Oviedo. That said, the striker has only been a bench option in La Liga and a starter in the Europa League, therefore his return will not impact the starting XI.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Linking with DR Congo Bakambu has been called up by DR Congo for the AFCON starting Dec. 21 and ending Jan. 18.

Impact Bakambu was called by DR Congo for the AFCON and will miss all the games until at least the clash against Oviedo on Jan. 11. The striker has been only a bench option in La Liga this season and a starter in Europa League, therefore his absence will not impact the starting squad of Betis.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Bakambu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Athletic.

Impact Bakambu subbed on in the 72nd minute and scored his first goal in the season during stoppage time, but it was too late to avoid the loss. The forward logged two goals and two assists in 25 appearances (six starts) in 2024-25. He should remain as an important bench option this year.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in on Friday Bakambu had one shot (zero on goal) in Friday's 1-0 win versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Bakambu came on as a late substitute in the 85th minute for Cucho Hernandez. Bakambu had only brief time on the field and recorded one shot and one interception. He has come off the bench for both games this season and is still searching for his first start.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Fiorentina Bakambu (knee) is back available as expected for Thursday's clash against Fiorentina in the Conference League, according to Informa Betis.

Impact Bakambu was dealing with knee problems which ruled him out for last Thursday's game against Valladolid, but the issue proved to be minor since he is back available for Thursday's clash against Fiorentina. That said, his return should not impact the starting XI since he has mainly been a bench option this season.

APRIL 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers from knee problems Bakambu is dealing with knee problems and will not be available for Thursday's clash against Valladolid. He will likely be back without any issue against Fiorentina next Thursday,...

Impact Bakambu will not be available against Valladolid on Thursday due to knee problems. He is expected to return for the Conference League match against Fiorentina next Thursday. His absence should not affect the starting XI since he has only been used as a bench option this season.

APRIL 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, draws PK off bench in win Bakambu scored a goal off his lone shot and drew a penalty during Sunday's 3-2 win over Leganes.

Impact Bakambu was brought as part of a triple substitution just after the hour mark and needed just two minutes to make an impact, stealing the ball from the opposing goalkeeper and suffering the penalty that Isco converted to bring his team back into the game. Then, in the 78th minute, the forward was once again at the right spot to head home a rebound from the keeper and draw things level at 2-2. This was just the second goal of the year for Bakambu, who will hope this performance helps him getting more playing time and even some starts moving forward.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Assist in start Bakambu assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Athletic. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 61st minute.

Impact After logging an assist in his previous appearance, Bakambu was promoted to Betis' starting XI. The opportunity allowed him to record his second assist in La Liga action this season.

FEBRUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Bakambu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80th mi...

Impact Since logging an assist on Nov. 23, not much has changed for Bakambu, with him logging irregular substitute appearances and an occasional start following the direct goal contribution. Perhaps his recent goal will change the tide, but that seems unlikely at this point in time. At the very least, Bakambu will finish this season without zeros in goals or assists.

JANUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Bakambu had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two off target shots during Saturday's 4-2 loss to Valencia.

Impact Bakambu entered the match in the 58th minute and set up Chimy Avila in the 66th for Betis' second goal. The assist was the first goal involvement this season for Bakambu who hasn't started a match in over a month.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Getafe Bakambu (hamstring) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Getafe.

Impact Bakambu has finally returned to the team sheet, earning a spot on the bench in his return. This will be his debut this season, as he will hope to get time off the bench. The forward will likely continue in a rotational role this season.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Bakambu (hamstring) returned to training Wednesday, according to his club.

Impact Bakambu has finally returned to the training grounds for team training after injuring his hamstring, having dealt with the issues since receiving surgery in May. This is positive news for the forward, as he was set for a return at the end of September and looks to be on track for that goal following the recent update.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Return set for end of September Bakambu (hamstring) is expected to return at the end of September, according to manager Manuel Pellegrini, per Basilio Garcia of El Desmarque. "Bakambu still has a long time to ret...

Impact Bakambu was originally thought to have been set for a return in early September but that has now changed with the player likely out a further month and not returning until the end of September. This will be a tough loss for the club, as they are already struggling in the attacking department and will now be without a forward for the first month and a half of the season. His last season was heavily hindered by injuries, so he will hope to avoid that this season with a clean return to play.

AUGUST 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Running on grass Bakambu (hamstring) has returned to training on grass, according to his club.

Impact Bakambu made his first appearance on the training field this pre-season Wednesday, as he was viewed running on grass following his hamstring injury. This is positive news for the forward, although he still has some work to do before returning to play, with that likely not taking place until sometime in September or October.

AUGUST 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes surgery Bakambu (hamstring) successfully underwent surgery, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Bakambu is starting on track in his recovery process, as he has now completed surgery. He will remain at home while resting after surgery but will return to Betis to undergo his recovery process once ready. He will now look for his return around a month into the season amid no setbacks.

MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for surgery Bakambu will undergo hamstring surgery and is expected to miss between four to five months, Juan Pinto of El Diario De Sevilla reports.

Impact This means Bakambu will not only miss the rest of the season, but preseason and the opening weeks of the 2024-25 campaign as well. Bakambu joined Betis on the deadline of the January transfer window and finished with no goals and just four shots (one on target) in four league appearances (two starts) with the club after transferring from Galatasaray.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Sunday Bakambu suffered a muscular strain in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Sevilla and could miss the rest of the season, Pedro Gonzalez of El Diario de Sevilla reports.

Impact Bakambu could've scored the game-winning goal in the second half of Sunday's derby against Sevilla, but aside from missing the chance, he also suffered a muscular strain that will force him to miss, at least, a few games after leaving the game on a stretcher. It wouldn't be shocking if Bakambu doesn't play again this season.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns off bench Bakambu same off the bench for the second half of Friday's 2-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Bakambu returned to the bench Friday and was active off the bench. The forward has been struggling with a variety of injuries that have kept him sidelined for the majority of the past two months. He is fit once more but likely won't be rushed back into major minutes as he looks to stay fit for the closing stages of the season.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Added to squad list Bakambu (thigh) is an option for Friday's match against Betis after being listed on the squad list.

Impact Bakambu looks to have finally recovered from the thigh issues he picked up in a match against Alaves around a month and a half ago, as he is now available for Friday's contest. The club will be happy to have the player back for the depth, but he shouldn't be expected to see much time, as he only has appeared off the bench once since joining in January, although he has been injured for seven of the eight games he has been with the team. If he is selected for the team sheet, only expect him to earn a few minutes off the bench to test his legs.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Thursday Bakambu scored a goal in Thursday's 1-1 draw against Dinamo Zagreb in the UEFA Europa Conference League. He also suffered an injury and will be unavailable to face Athletic Bilbao...

Impact Bakambu scored Betis' lone goal in the tie during the first half of Thursday's match, but Pellegrini acknowledged he suffered a "pinch" in his thigh, so he won't recover in time to face Athletic Club. This means Willian Jose will likely start Sunday against Bilbao, with Chimy Avila also being an option in a central role.

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes Betis move Bakambu completed a deadline move to Real Betis from Galatasaray on Thursday.

Impact Bakambu is currently at the AFCON with Congo, so he won't be an option for Real Betis this weekend against Getafe, although his first chance to play might come against Cadiz on Feb. 9, depending on how far Congo advances in the knockout stages of the AFCON. Bakambu spent the first half of the season at Galatasaray, where he bagged one goal and one assist in 10 Super Lig appearances.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late in Wednesday's loss Bakambu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against Bayern Munich. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.

Impact Bakambu scored his first career Champions League goal Wednesday, a strike in the 93rd minute assisted by Sergio Oliveira to cut the deficit to 2-1. It was too little, too late for Bakambu and Galatasaray as the team could not salvage a point out of the matchup. It was the first time he appeared in a UCL match in his career, and he totaled 12 minutes off the bench.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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