Christian Benteke confirms Crystal Palace absence

Crystal Palace forward Christian Benteke has revealed that he will miss Saturday's Premier League clash against Bournemouth through injury.

Palace boss Roy Hodgson conceded during his pre-match press conference that it was unlikely that the Belgian would be available for the trip to the Vitality Stadium after picking up a groin problem during Thursday's training session.

Benteke, who has only scored twice in 26 Premier League appearances during the 2017-18 campaign, has now taken to Twitter to confirm his absence.

Really disappointed I can't be out there helping the team tomorrow. I picked up a slight injury in training that shouldn't keep me out for long. The timing is frustrating but I'm sure the boys will bring 3 points home! 🦅 #CPFC pic.twitter.com/ua1zzmWOb9

— Christian Benteke (@chrisbenteke) April 6, 2018

Palace are currently 17th in the Premier League table - just two points ahead of 18th-placed Southampton.