Christian Benteke’s Audi Field debut Sunday was notable for a diving bid from close range, a penalty kick attempt and a powerful header. It was also momentous for the Belgian striker — fresh off 10 years in the Premier League and the intended solution to D.C. United’s scoring issues — failing to finish his chances.
Benteke was influential and dangerous. He made United better. Coach Wayne Rooney called him “a handful.” But in the biggest moments, Benteke came up empty during a 0-0 draw with the Colorado Rapids.
The biggest opportunity came in the 66th minute, when he failed to convert a penalty kick.