Vanzeir decisive, draw for Benteke in MLS

In Major League Soccer, the North American football league, Dante Vanzeir distinguished himself by providing an assist in the New York Red Bulls’ 2-1 victory against New England. Meanwhile, Christian Benteke failed to help DC United beat Lionel Messi’s future club Inter Miami in a 2-2 draw.

It was in the 58th minute that Vanzeir played a crucial role by providing the opening goal for Frankie Amaya. Shortly after, New England found themselves down to ten after Latif Blessing was sent off in the 60th minute. Despite this numerical disadvantage, New England managed to equalize through Brandon Bye in the 76th minute, only three minutes after Vanzeir’s exit. However, Wikelman Carmona, who came on in place of the former Union striker, gave the New York Red Bulls victory in the 85th minute. This victory allows the Red Bulls to move up to 10th place in the Eastern Conference with 26 points.

Meanwhile, DC United, with Christian Benteke, shared the points with Inter Miami 2-2. Benjamin Cremaschi (59th) and Noah Allen (68th) twice gave Floridians the lead, but Taxiarchis Fountas (65th) and Nigel Robertha (77th) equalized for DC United each time. Christian Benteke played the entire game.

Qother points of difference between Vanzeir and Benteke

Following this success, the New York Red Bulls approach within four points of DC United and Christian Benteke, who occupy 8th place in the Eastern Conference standings. Despite the draw, Benteke contributed to his team’s effort by playing the entire match.

The decisive performance of Dante Vanzeir and the participation of Christian Benteke in their respective teams demonstrate the presence of Belgian players in North American football and their influence on the results of Major League Soccer matches.