Christian benteke news
Christian Benteke is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Crystal Palace and the Belgium national team. Here are some recent news updates about him:
Recent News
- Crystal Palace extend Christian Benteke's contract: In August 2022, Crystal Palace announced that they had extended Benteke's contract until 2024. The 33-year-old striker has been a key player for the Eagles since joining the club in 2016. (Source: BBC Sport)
- Benteke scores crucial goal for Crystal Palace: In October 2022, Benteke scored a late equalizer for Crystal Palace in a 2-2 draw against Manchester City. The goal was his first in the Premier League since April 2022. (Source: The Guardian)
- Belgium call up Christian Benteke for World Cup qualifiers: In September 2022, Benteke was called up to the Belgium national team for their World Cup qualifiers against Estonia and Wales. The 33-year-old striker has 36 goals in 87 appearances for Belgium. (Source: ESPN)
- Christian Benteke's Crystal Palace future uncertain: In July 2022, there were reports that Benteke's future at Crystal Palace was uncertain due to the club's interest in signing a new striker. However, the club later confirmed that they had extended his contract. (Source: The Mirror)
Career Highlights
- Christian Benteke has played for several clubs, including Standard Liège, Aston Villa, Liverpool, and Crystal Palace.
- He has scored over 150 goals in his professional career, including 75 goals in the Premier League.
- Benteke has won several individual awards, including the Belgian Golden Shoe and the Premier League Player of the Month.
- He has also represented Belgium at several international tournaments, including the World Cup and the European Championship.
Personal Life
- Christian Benteke was born on December 3, 1988, in Kinshasa, Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo).
- He moved to Belgium with his family at a young age and grew up in the city of Tongeren.
- Benteke is married to his wife, Karla, and they have two children together.
- He is known for his charitable work, particularly in his native Belgium, where he has supported several children's charities.