Christian Benteke, MLS’s scoring champion last year and D.C. United’s top scorer again this year, will miss multiple weeks with a foot and ankle injury.
The Belgian striker was injured in the first half of Wednesday’s 0-0 draw with New York City FC at Audi Field. Benteke said after the match that he did not believe it was a significant injury, calling it a twisted ankle. But tests also revealed an issue on the top of his left foot. Coach Troy Lesesne said Friday said it is not fractured.
“It’s going to be a couple weeks,” Lesesne said.