Christian Benteke Fires Liverpool Past Bordeaux In Europa League (Video)

Christian Benteke is playing like he has no intention of leaving Liverpool’s starting lineup.

Benteke scored a fine goal Thursday in the Reds’ 2-1 UEFA Europa League win over Bordeaux, shooting past goalkeeper Cedric Carrasso on the stroke of halftime to break a tie.

Great goal by Benteke ? https://t.co/c2VjhrClk2 RT @LFCMostar

— Liverpool FC (@liverpool) November 26, 2015

Benteke demonstrated excellent technique in controlling Nathaniel Clyne’s pass, as well as a powerful right leg in beating Carrasso.

Benteke. Mmm yeaaaaah. Thank you very much. Have a good day. Bye. pic.twitter.com/u4qMQ58ysE

— Liverpool Gifs (@LiverpoolGifs) November 26, 2015

He doesn't know how to score an easy goal. Take a bow Christian Benteke. pic.twitter.com/mCABVHmMbk

— LFC Round Up (@LFCroundup) November 26, 2015

The goal was Benteke’s first in Europa League play and fifth in all competitions this season.

The 24-year-old Belgian joined Liverpool from Aston Villa this summer in a £32.5 million ($50.6 million) transfer. A hamstring injury he suffered in late September cost him four games last month, and Roberto Firmino filled in well at center forward.

Benteke returned to the starting lineup against Bordeaux. The French club paid the price, to Anfield’s delight.