Christian Benteke - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

D.C. United's Christian Benteke gets free agent contract update with Minnesota United rumor | Sporting News This could be a pairing.

DECEMBER 9 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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NOVEMBER 26 • DEADSPIN.COM

DC United roster update: Christian Benteke option declined | MLSSoccer.com D.C. United have declined striker Christian Benteke's 2026 contract option and are in discussions with his representatives about a potential...

NOVEMBER 26 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Two goal contributions Benteke scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Benteke opened the scoring Saturday for D.C. United by heading home their first goal before assisting the match's final goal late into second-half stoppage time. His three shots on goal marked a team-high in the fixture. Benteke is just one goal away from reaching the double-digit mark for the third successive MLS season.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Lionel Messi Scores Twice And Assists In Inter Miami's 3-2 Win Over D.C. United

Lionel Messi had a first-half assist before scoring two goals in the second half to take over the league lead and propel Inter Miami to a 3-...

SEPTEMBER 21 • FOX SPORTS

Lionel Messi Scores Twice And Assists In Inter Miami's 3-2 Win Over D.C. United

Precise through ball for assist Benteke assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win against New York City FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 46th...

Impact Benteke's key pass in-behind Saturday assisted the decisive second-half goal as D.C. United earned a 2-1 victory over New York City F.C.. The assist was the striker's second of the season and first since March. Across his last five appearances (five starts), Benteke has created three chances from 13 shots (six on goal) while scoring twice and assisting once.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Pirani scores 2 goals, DC United beats NYCFC 2-1 to snap 11-game winless skid

Gabriel Pirani scored two goals, Luis Barraza had three saves and D

AUGUST 31 • Associated Press

Serves ban Benteke has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the trip to NYCFC on Saturday.

Impact Benteke has failed to keep up his scoring pace from 2024, recording just eight goals in 19 appearances this season. Since May 10, he's scored just two MLS goals in nine appearances, recording 21 shots in that span.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Baltasar Rodríguez scores 1st MLS goal for Miami in 1-1 tie with DC United

Baltasar Rodríguez scored his first career goal in MLS for Inter Miami in a 1-1 tie with D

AUGUST 24 • Associated Press

Set for suspension Benteke is suspended for Saturday's match against Miami due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Benteke has received a yellow card in his past three games, and that will lead to his suspension, now with five yellow cards on the season. This will force a change, as he is a regular starter, with Jared Stroud or Jacob Murell as possible replacements. He will next be an option when facing NYCFC on Aug. 30.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Benteke had three shots (two on target), drew two fouls and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Montreal.

Impact Benteke bounced back from the poor performance on the previous game and had some chances here but wasn't able to help his side getting their first win since May. After having a strong start of campaign, the veteran striker couldn't get back to his top form after suffering an ankle injury that sidelined him for a month, with just two goals over seven appearances since his return.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet display in loss Benteke had one off-target shot, created one chance, drew five fouls and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 2-0 loss against New England.

Impact Benteke had one of his worst outings of the season here, with way less participation than he's used to have as he was completely smothered by the opposing defense despite the fact that they used a lot of fouls to get their mission accomplished. Despite this setback, the striker, who had scored in each of his previous two starts, will remain his team's biggest hope up front for upcoming games.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK in loss Benteke scored a penalty goal, had five shots (three on target), created one chance and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 4-2 loss against Austin.

Impact Benteke had his best performance since his return from the thigh injury that left him out for more than a month. The striker could only score from the penalty spot deep into second half's stoppage time but was a big threat during the entire contest, pacing his team in shots attempted. With goals in his last two games, Benteke will hope to get back to the form displayed at the start of the season, which would definitely help his team finishing the year in a not so embarrassing position.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Uzuni and Wolff score goals, Austin's 4-2 win extends DC United's winless streak to 8

Myrto Uzuni and Owen Wollf each scored a first-half goal to help Austin FC beat D

JULY 27 • Associated Press

D.C. United delivers another dud to chants of 'Sell the team!' at Audi Field Gabriel Pirani and Christian Benteke scored, but sloppy defending sent United to its fourth straight defeat and extended its winless rut to...

JULY 27 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

D.C. United takes losing streak into match with Austin

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JULY 25 • Associated Press

Scores in return Benteke scored a goal off three shots (one on target) during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Columbus.

Impact Benteke returned after recovering from another injury and did what he does best once again, heading home a cross from the right to draw things level at 1-1 at the opening minutes of the second frame. The striker wasn't ready to play the full 90 yet so he got subbed off just after the hour mark. With seven goals in 16 appearances this year, Benteke will hope to be finally fully fit so as he can keep adding to his tally during upcoming contests.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Returns for Columbus clash Benteke (thigh) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Columbus Crew.

Impact Benteke makes his 16th MLS appearance of the season after overcoming a slight problem. The striker hasn't been directly involved in the score sheet since May 3, failing to increase his numbers of six goals and one assist in the current campaign. Dominique Badji will be back on the bench with Benteke starting Saturday.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Possibility Saturday Benteke (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's match against Columbus, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Benteke could be making his return this week after he was absent last match with a thigh injury, now listed as questionable. This is good news for the club, as he is their lead forward and has scored six goals this season. That said, if he were to be an option, the forward would likely see the start.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

D.C. United takes road losing streak into matchup with the Columbus Crew

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JULY 18 • Associated Press

Back on injury report Benteke is questionable for Wednesday's match against D.C. United due to a thigh injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Benteke is going to be a late call for Saturday, as he is now dealing with yet another injury, this time with a thigh issue. He will likely need to pass some testing to be an option, making him a true game-time decision. With the forward dealing with some issues and being a late call, he likely won't see the start, leaving Dominique Badji to probably take that role to begin.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from injury Benteke took one shot and drew one foul in 28 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Nashville SC.

Impact Benteke returned to action after missing the last six matches with an ankle injury. His return is a welcome addition to an attack that has looked lifeless without their big man up top. Look for Benteke to return to the starting lineup as early as Saturday's home clash with Atlanta United.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Nashville clash Benteke (ankle) is among the substitutes for Saturday's game against Nashville.

Impact Benteke is finally available after being out for a month due to his ankle problem. Prior to that issue, the striker led his team with six goals in 12 matches. Thus, his return should mean a great boost to their attacking potential, especially if he eventually takes the starting spot back from Dominique Badji.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Surridge leads Nashville against D.C. United

Sam Surridge leads Nashville into a matchup with D.C

JUNE 27 • Associated Press

Still out Sunday Benteke (ankle) was still out with an injury for Sunday's 2-0 loss against Salt Lake.

Impact Benteke has been sidelined since mid-May due to a thigh injury first and now an ankle injury. His timeline for return remains uncertain and he will hope to see positive news in the coming week since D.C. United has won only one of six MLS games without the Belgian striker. Benteke scored six goals in 12 league appearances this season and will hope to come back fit as soon as possible to help the team.

JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE

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