Former Premier League striker Christian Benteke has been praised for his physicality and presence, with manager Wayne Rooney also coming in for plaudits for his tactical prowess in Major League Soccer.
MLS outfit D.C. United got back to winning ways after two straight defeats with a 3-0 victory over Cincinnati at home, with the former Aston Villa and Liverpool target man having played a significant role. Although it has been a campaign of mixed fortunes for Rooney's outfit, the home win meant that they currently occupy an all-important playoff place.
So far this term, the 45-time Belgium forward has found the back of the net on eight occasions from 19 outings in all, while also providing a focal point as part of the Audi Field club's attack. With eight losses so far this season, the team clearly still has issues to iron out but the performance versus Cincy did catch the eye of his opposition manager.
