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nouseforaname
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 Posted: Thu, 11th Jan 2007 23:37 Post subject: Beckham leaves Real Madrid for American team |
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| Quote: | Beckham looks like a perfect fit for Los Angeles
By BETH HARRIS, AP Sports Writer
January 11, 2007
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Bend this, TomKat and Brangelina: Becks 'n' Posh are coming to Hollywood.
And David Beckham didn't even have to audition to become the next American Idol.
The most recognized player on the planet -- fashion icon, tabloid fixture, marketing giant -- agreed to a deal Thursday to play for the Los Angeles Galaxy of Major League Soccer.
Bringing goals, glitz and his Spice Girl wife, Beckham is leading another British invasion, hoping to do for American soccer what the Beatles once did for pop music -- make it rock.
"There are so many great sports in America," the 31-year-old former England captain said. "There are so many kids that play baseball, American football, basketball. But soccer is huge all around the world apart from America, so that's where I want to make a difference with the kids."
Beckham turned down a two-year contract extension from Real Madrid, where his fading skills left the free kick specialist on the bench. He'll start for the Galaxy and could enter a whole new universe: His deal was negotiated by major entertainment industry players, including the creator of "American Idol."
"David Beckham is a global sports icon who will transcend the sport of soccer in America," MLS commissioner Don Garber said.
The Galaxy didn't say exactly what they'll pay him, but floated a figure of $250 million in salary and commercial endorsements over the five years of his contract. In other words, $1 million a week. |
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The only reason I could care, is because Toronto has a new football club starting this summer, so I guess I'll get to see Beckham play in person  lol ... like that fucking game won't be sold out 
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| Posted: Thu, 11th Jan 2007 23:39 Post subject: |
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hehe, good for him
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| Posted: Mon, 18th Jun 2007 16:54 Post subject: |
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becks won the league last night with MADRID well done
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| Posted: Mon, 13th Aug 2007 00:37 Post subject: |
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beckham played in estonia also, i didn't even care to see his face at vip stage
yes
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