Once young aspiring players are drafted from the MLS SuperDraft and

Supplemental Draft into the Professional MLS teams, it is not the end but the

beginning of an all-out war to battle it out in pre-season training and matches.

A typical MLS First Team Roster is made up of 30 players, who have received the

offer to sign professional contracts with the MLS Team. Let us have a closer look

at the 2012 Draft Picks of LA Galaxy.

7 players were drafted into LA Galaxy for the Season 2012, with the MLS Rights

of the players belonging to LA Galaxy as well. The players are Bill Gaudette,

Bryan Gaul, Stephen Posa, Justin Davies, Rafael Garcia, Yuri Gorentzvaig,

Tommy Meyer and Kenney Walker. 2 of the 7 has been released by LA Galaxy,

Midfielder Stephen Posa and Brazilian Yuri Gorentzvaig. (I felt it was a pity that

LA Galaxy released this talented young Brazilian, but I guess the Foreign Player

slots has been used up with the return of fellow Brazilians, Juninho and

Leonardo.)

In most cases, the MLS SuperDraft picks will be safe from the axe. In a quick recap,

LA Galaxy picked up Defender Tommy Meyer and Midfielder Kenney Walker in

2012. Both have received good reviews from Head Coach Bruce Arena himself, and

will also be featured in his future plans.

I am expecting 1 more player to be cut from the current LA Galaxy team roster.

It could be one of the older fringe players, or the one of the new wannabe Draftees

of 2012. Wild Guesses, anyone?

The Cut from LA Galaxy - WHO's NEXT???

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WOO-HOO! The EPL (English Premier League) Loan of Landon Donovan and

Robbie Keane is set to expire soon! Landon Donovan was expected to return

this weekend. Robbie Keane due to return, at a later date, on 25 February 2012.

Up next in LA Galaxy’s schedule is FC Tucson Desert Diamond Cup. Mark your

calendar if you planning to travel and throw in your support for LA Galaxy.

LA Galaxy's Schedule in Desert Diamond Cup 2012

In the previous post, we covered on the Deep Impact of Landon Donovan in the EPL.

Take a further look at the impressive stats of Robbie Keane, the deadly finisher

terrorizing the defence of EPL teams.

Robbie Keane, LA Galaxy's Irish Assassin

Since Robbie Keane joined Aston Villa on loan, he has quickly adapted to the

team’s style of play. He started slow off the block, with his first appearance

as a late substitute in the game versus Landon Donovan and Everton FC.

However, his next appearance in the game against Wolves led him to plunder

two late goals, including a winner to help Villa to a 2-3 away win. In the game

against Newcastle, Keane’s goal helped to equalize the score to 1-1 before Villa

collapsed to a 2-1 away defeat.

Given the incredible form of Robbie Keane, there is no surprise that Alex McLeish

and Aston Villa is try their best to extend the loan. The comparison between

Keane and the rest of Villa strikers showed the glaring difference in the area of

shots-to-goals percentage, as well as the total goals scored, based on the last 5

EPL match appearances.

Comparing the Stats of Robbie Keane

The predatory instincts of Robbie Keane will be sorely missed by Aston Villa for

the remaining season. Aston Villa is running a lean squad of players, and the

number of strikers on the roster is rather inadequate. Nevertheless, Keane had

a great runout of games, epitomised by his great performance with two goals

against Wolves, one a classy 20-yard half-volley and a screamer that went in

under the side of the crossbar.

LA Galaxy fans will be able to catch early glimpses of Robbie Keane and Landon

Donovan in action during the FC Tucson Desert Cup 2012. This year’s round

-robin tournament pits LA Galaxy against 3 other MLS teams, and it will be an

early preview before the long-awaited start of the MLS season. LA Galaxy has

suffered three consecutive defeats during the Pre-Season since the 7-2 drubbing

of LA Blues. The LA Galaxy Defence seems to be out of sort, conceding 8 goals in

3 matches.

Juninho and Edson Buddle will be travelling with the squad, and LA

Galaxy fans can expect to able to catch the both of them in action. Coupled with

Landon Donovan and Robbie Keane returning to join the rest of the squad,

fans catching the FC Tucson Desert Cup are in for a treat.

LA Galaxy fans, are you ready for the start of MLS Season 2012?

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Yes, yes……Edson Buddle is back.

No, that’s not all. Along with the return of Edson Buddle back to Los Angeles,

there is a number of perks that comes with the transfer. It was a opportunity

that LA Galaxy did not pass up, and was duly rewarded. The timing was

perfect, and Galaxy exercised their option on Buddle.

Released by German FC Ingolstadt, Buddle became a free agent and went on trial

to English Premiership clubs like Everton and West Ham. He tried to impress

the managers in training, but no one is willing to take the chance on 30-years-

old Buddle.  The transfer window closes, with Buddle still without a professional

contract. I must say the English Premier League’s Loss is the Major League

Soccer’s Gain.

LA Galaxy caught wind of Edson Buddle’s availability and was absolutely

ecstatic to offer a deal to bring Buddle back to Major League Soccer. The fans

were thrilled with the official announcement of the Signing of Edson Buddle.

Ecstatic LA Galaxy fans flocked to the airport to welcome the arrival of their

Hero, who is back from his European adventure.

In salutation, BeckhamGalaxy will like to pay tribute to Edson Buddle and

this Youtube Video best represents the goals scored of Super Ed.

(Found in the previous post.)

Super, Super Ed. Super, Super Ed…….. The fans sang in anticipation of the

arrival of their Hero.

Consistent Scoring Problem Solved

Let us look at the roster of strikers: Jack McBean, Adam Cristman, Chad Barrett,

Mike Magee, Pat Noonan, Landon Donovan, Robbie Keane, and last but not least,

Edson Buddle.

Now, we check back the Top Scorer Record of the Past Regular Season for 2011.

Landon Donovan – 12 Goals (0.56 goals/game)

Chad Barrett – 7 Goals (0.40 goals/game)

Mike Magee – 5 Goals (0.25 goals/game)

Robbie Keane – 2 Goals (0.65 goals/game)

Adam Cristman – 1 Goal (0.17 goals/game)

Jack McBean – 1 Goal (1.00 goals/game)

For the Regular Season 2010

Edson Buddle – 17 Goals (0.74 goals/game)

Landon Donovan – 7 Goals (0.23 goals/game)

Jovan Kirovski – 4 Goals (0.39 goals/game)

Tristan Bowen – 2 Goals

Juninho – 2 Goals (0.09 goals/game)

David Beckham - 2 Goals (0.39 goals/game)

In the recent updates of the Friendly Scrimmage, LA Galaxy vs LA Blues,

Adam Cristman, who was poorly inconsistent in taking his chances in the

past (0.17 goals/game), managed to put himself on the scoresheet with two

goals. The arrival of Buddle means that LA Galaxy has no lack of strikers to

field. Hopefully, this will promote more consistency in putting the ball into

the net and also to create a healthy competition amongst the Galaxy strikers.

In my opinion, Robbie Keane and Edson Buddle looks set to lead the Forward

Line. In light of the departure of Keane to Euro 2012, it is still unknown who

will be pairing up with Edson Buddle. Bruce Arenas may try the old Classic

pairing of Buddle-Donovan, or he may also decide that Buddle will play the

Lone Striker role, and Buddle is more than capable in holding up the ball

with his strength and tenacity.

LA Galaxy Has More Options

It is a good problem for the Coach to have several options to choose from.

For the MLS Season 2010, Edson Buddle was in red-hot form with the top

scorer’s haul of 19 goals for both Post and Regular Season. Most of the fans

are paying their tickets to watch Edson Buddle play, and Buddle looks set

to be starting every match, barring injury.

The second spot vacated by Keane’s departure to Euro 2012 is up for grabs.

Chad Barrett and Pat Noonan are Seasoned Veterans, and they will be

competing to be on the starting lineup. Adam Cristman is another physical

player with added height and strength, and he needs to prove that he is a

consistent goalscorer.

I doubt very much that Bruce will play both Cristmanand Buddle together,

given that their style of play is almost identical and they are often played

as a targetman. Jack McBean is a Scoring Prodigy, and Pre-Season

observations have shown that he has buffed up himself and has the ability

to hold off physical defenders, en route to scoring a goal vs LA Blues.

More Great News for LA Galaxy – JUNINHO IS BACK!!!

In an auspicious U-Turn of events, Juninho is returning back to LA Galaxy,

apparently having reached a loan agreement with Sao Paulo.

Brazilian Media reported of Juninho’s falling out with the Sao Paulo coach.

It soon became clear that Juninho is no longer in the coach’s plans, and that

means LA Galaxy’s Central Midfield Vacuum is filled up by the man himself.

The Centre of the Park is further backed up by Michael Stephens, Kyle

Nakazawa, and young Draftee Kenney Walker.

LA Galaxy also managed to grab a bargain with Brazilian Defender Leonardo

signing on a Free Transfer. Leonardo, who is also nursing from knee injury,

looks set to add depth in central defence. The starting Central Defender spot

will be tightly contested between Leonardo, New Zealeander Andrew Boyens

and 19th Draft Pick Tommy Meyer.

With great players like Edson Buddle and Juninho returning to LA Galaxy,

the burden of Title Defence is much lighter now. The 2012 MLS Cup is only

for LA Galaxy to lose. With Unstoppable Offence and Inpregnable Defence,

LA Galaxy will be establishing a title-winning MLS Dynasty in America.

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The 1st Major Headline since the inauguration of Beckham Galaxy in Nov 2011:

“Edson Buddle’s Reunion with LA Galaxy”

I can hear thousands of fans screaming along with the Headline.

You can also go to the page where you can download quality wallpaper of Edson

Buddle at the Official LA Galaxy Website.

And Yes! I will like to repeat again, HE’S BACK IN LA!!!

To feel the heat of Fan Fever in reaction to the Buddle move, just log onto twitter

with all the tweets about “LA Galaxy Signs Forward Buddle” getting retweets.

Check out the number of re-tweets! And of course, LA Galaxy’s #14 Jersey has

found back its rightful owner.

Check out the Re-Tweets by @Beckgalaxy (Me) and 114 others

For those of you with Old #14 Jerseys, it’s time for you to dust them off.

Guess who’s back?

L.A. #14′s BACK!!!

For some of you who wish to reminisce the goals scored by Buddle for

LA Galaxy, there is the old MLS Youtube Video of all the Buddle Goals

scored during Season 2010, uploaded by @classifiedblind.

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On the first day of LA Galaxy’s Pre-Season training, 14 New Faces turned up with

the rest of the Old Vanguards. Along with new changes to the Galaxy team roster,

there are new changes to the jersey numbers. Most notably, Chad Barrett will

receive the #19 jersey which was made available with Juninho’s departure. Chad

had stated that he would rather have Juninho back though.

LA Galaxy’s Title Defence is further bolstered with David Beckham re-signing with

a new 2-year contract. Apparently, Beckham wished to continue what he had started

in promoting American soccer and the MLS. Beckham is also determined to do his

best to ensure that the MLS Cup will stay put on LA Galaxy’s soil.

The following are the new additions to the squad: Andrew Boyens (DF), Nick Noble (GK),

Pat Noonan (FW), Marcelos Sarvas (MF), Jose Villareal (MF), Tommy Meyer (DF),

Kenny Walker (MF), Bryan Gaul (DF), Rafael Garcia (MF), Yuri Gorentzaig (FW),

Stephen Posa (FW) and Justin Davies (DF). There were also two players who were on

trial, Bill Gaudette and J.T Murray.

(From Left) Galaxy President Tim Leiweke, David Beckham and Manager Bruce Arena at the Press Conference

As to the news of the South American players, the loan of Brazilian Leonardo to LA

Galaxy has been extended and fans can expect him back for the new season. The

contract details of Paolo Cardozo from Quilmes is not yet confirmed, but LA Galaxy

is looking forward to adding Cardozo into the roster. On the other hand,

Argentinian Miguel Lopez has returned back to Quilmes with the Quilmes coach

having decided that Lopez still figures in his plans.

In comes the Young, and Out goes with the Old. LA Galaxy has decided to release

the veteran defenders, Dasan Robinson and Frankie Hejduk. Jovan Kirovski has

decided to hang up his playing boots and to take up the Assistant Coaching position

at LA Galaxy. The new young players at LA Galaxy looks set to tap on Kirovski’s

playing experience, which spans from beginning as a Manchester United trainee

with David Beckham, Neville brothers, Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes. Kiroski was

also the first American to win the Champions League with German club,

Borussia Dortmund and also the first American to score in the competition as well.

Check the complete Team Roster of LA Galaxy here.

Bruce Arena has stated that the Team Roster is not yet finalized. The question

is still open as to whether the Draftees from the MLS SuperDraft and

Supplementary Draft will be able to make it for the final cut. The Starting

1st 11 is also not concluded until the end of the Pre-Season. Bruce is like to

tinker with the line-ups and experiment around a little, in a bid to see how the

old and new members will gel and to strengthen the chemistry among

the players. I can’t wait to see Bruce’s masterplan unveil in the upcoming

FC Tucson Desert Cup.

Curious to Know who’s Bill Gaudette and J.T Murray?

Currently at age 30, Bill Gaudette has been playing as a goalkeeper and last

played for Columbus during his third season in 2007. Gaudette also played

for three years at Puerto Rico Islanders and was part of the team that won

against LA Galaxy in the preliminary round of the 2010/2011

CONCACAF Champions League. Last Season, he played for Montreal Impact,

who is turning up as the new 19th MLS Club for the upcoming season.

J.T Murray, 23,  entered the MLS scene as a second-round selection by Kansas

City, but he missed the cut on the roster and played for Sevilla FC Puerto Rico

until the club was booted out Third Division USL Pro. Murray turned out for

University of Louisville, and was instrumental in helping the team to the

NCAA final.

LA Galaxy’s Injured Players and Counting

DF Omar Gonzalez, out with ACL rehabilitation

DF Leonardo, out with knee injury

DF Sean Alvarado, out with injury (unconfirmed)

DF Justin Davies, out with left ankle sprain

FW Chad Barrett, out and recovering from dislocated right foot

There is no wonder that the word is out that LA Galaxy is looking for a able

defensive reinforcement, if one is to look at the number of defenders out

injured. Leeds United Defender Alex Bruce, son of former Sunderland Manager

Steve Bruce, is in the shortlist of LA Galaxy.

I am crossing my fingers that the two LA Galaxy players abroad, Landon Donovan

and Robbie Keane, will return safely back to LA injury-free. Please don’t join the

Injured List.

Mike Magee, The Valet Gonzalez secured to walk his dogs and hold his drink

The Jury is still out for the newcomers, as to whether they will make it for the

final cut. Much of this will depend on their performances during training and

pre-season matches. On a positive note, LA Galaxy will benefit from the coaching

support of Jovan Kirovski and he will be helping Bruce in the capacity as Assistant

Manager. LA Galaxy will need to finalize their final team roster and starting 11

selection soon. The clock is ticking.

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This year, LA Galaxy players are plying their trade while on official loan

from the MLS Club. Landon Donovan is off to Everton. Robbie Keane is off

to Aston Villa. Omar Gonzalez not to Premier League, but to the German

League, nearly.

I think it is great that Landon Donovan and Robbie Keane has proven

themselves that they do have what it takes to play on the English

Premier League stage. This will keep both forwards sharp, focused and

fit when they return beck to the club at the end of the loan.

Robbie Keane and Landon Donovan on Loan

Landon Donovan has been contributing with valuable assists, earning

lavishing praises from David Moyes. In the match against

Aston Villa, Donovan was running at full speed towards the Aston Villa

defenders before making a wonderful pass to Anichebe to slot the ball

into the net. David Moyes has rated that as the Man of the Match

performance. Toffees fans were giving thanks to LA Galaxy for loaning

out Donovan to them.

Donovan is not alone. In the Aston Villa vs Everton match, there was the potential

face-off between Donovan and Keane, though Keane made minimal impact in the

game. In Aston Villa’s following match against, Keane showed what a clinical class

of striker he is with two goals, one of which turned out to be the match winner. You

still can catch a glimpse of amateur camera shots of the television itself, showing

Robbie Keane’s screamer goal winner against Wolves on Youtube. (Actual match

replays are removed due to copyright issues.)

As a featured treat from LA Galaxy, check out all the 2011 goals scored by LA

Galaxy players, including Robbie Keane, Landon Donovan and David Beckham.

[Official Media by MLS, Major League Soccer]

Many fans are worried about LA Galaxy’s players ending up injured during loans,

as in the precedent cases of David Beckham’s Achilles Injury and Omar Gonzalez’s

ACL Injury. I think Bruce Arena has explained perfectly that the injuries are really

unfortunate incidents, and it can happen whether the players are home or abroad.

The pre-season training has started with Landon Donovan and Robbie Keane away

from loans. One question that Bruce needs to address. Who will be the ones replacing

Keane when he is away to Euro 2012 and Beckham, when he gets selected to the

GB Olympics Team? And let’s not forget, Omar Gonzalez as well.

Undermanned LA Galaxy will need all of the star players back…….

Injury-Free.

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BeckhamGalaxy flips through the fixtures and results of LA Galaxy for 2011and

identified the top 5 MLS Dangermen who played for MLS sides that caused problems

to the 2011 MLS Cup Champion.

Find out which MLS player made it  in the Countdown to the Top 5.

Countdown to…….

#5. Luke Rodgers of New York Red Bulls

Luke Rodgers Celebrating A Goal against LA Galaxy

In one of the regular 2011 match fixture, New York versus LA Galaxy, the Red Bulls

forward Luke Rodgers opened the scoring by netting a goal in the 32nd minute. The

match ended with a one-sided defeat, 2-0 to the New Yorkers. Before the start of the

Playoffs, LA Galaxy was dealt with both defeats when facing Red Bulls in the

Regular Season.

In the Western Conference Semi Finals, 2nd Leg, Home Depot Center, LA Galaxy leads

the Red Bulls with a 1-0 lead, carried over from the 1st Leg. Rodgers threatened to

overturn the tide by opening the scoring early with a 4th-min goal. It was only due

to the calm of nerves that the LA Galaxy took control of the match and clinched the

match with goals from Mike Magee and Landon Donovan.

#4. Brek Shea of FC Dallas

A talented midfielder, Brek Shea netted a goal in the 88th-min, to deal LA Galaxy a

defeat in the FC Dallas home game. LA Galaxy would have thought that they did

enough to gain at least a point in the match. That is, until Brek Shea’s individual

moment of Brilliance.

There is a reason why Arsene Wenger and Arsenal gave Brek Shea a chance to

train with them during the MLS Off-season.

And what’s more, he is only 21 this year.

#3. Brad Davis of Houston Dynamo

Brad Davis Troubling LA Galaxy with His Assists

Ok. He did not score in any of the matches when LA Galaxy played against Houston

Dynamo. But it was not the goals that cause Brad Davis to make it in the Top 5 list.

He is the only MLS player to top off David Beckham in the MLS Assist Chart, with

a record of 16 assists dished out. 2 of them came in the match played against LA Galaxy,

with Carlos Costly and Bobby Boswell heading in the crosses from his free kick and

corner kick. The Final Score, Houston Dynamo 3 LA Galaxy 1.

LA Galaxy fans were thankful that Brad Davis did not make it for the MLS Cup Final.

Maybe, the MLS Cup Final result will have been in Dynamo’s favor.

Maybe.

#2. Thierry Henry of New York Red Bulls

New York Hitman, Thierry Henry

New York Red Bulls’ Luke Rodgers was mentioned earlier. But it was his colleague,

former Barcelona and Arsenal striker Thierry Henry who gained the honor of

winning the Second spot.

Thierry Henry was the Designated Player for New York Red Bulls, and I must say

that he deserved the DP wages that is on offer. Look at his performances against

LA Galaxy, and let me know otherwise.

LA Galaxy 1-1 New York Red Bulls, New York Red Bulls 2-0 LA Galaxy.

A goal early in the 4th minute to help New York to earn a draw against LA Galaxy, HDC.

It took a goal from LA Galaxy captain, Landon Donovan to settle a tie. Not to mention

the Henry played a part in New York’s Home game by contributing a goal, and a one

-sided 2-0 defeat.

#1. Javier Morales of Real Salt Lake (Real Salt Lake 4-1 LA Galaxy)

#1 MLS Hitman, Javier Morales

It was one of the heaviest defeat LA Galaxy suffered during the 2011 season. In

spite of possessing one of the stingiest MLS defence, LA Galaxy was unable to stop

Javier Morales and his match-winning performance. In the single match alone,

LA Galaxy let in the most number of goals (4) for the season. 2 of them were goals

scored by Morales himself, and 1 of them was a Morales assist.

The LA Defence was just not able to cope with Argentinian Javier Morales that

night.

His assist, goals and man of the match performance is enough to gain points for

Javier Morales to clinch the Top Spot of “MLS Dangermen”. Did I not mention

that Javier Morales won the honor of dishing out the fastest assist in MLS history,

40s into his MLS Debut. WOW.

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Is there any players in your mind that did not make it into the Top 5 List?

Give them an honorable mention in the comments below.

Take note:

The above opinion and Top 5 List remains that of the writer’s and within

BeckhamGalaxy, and is not in any way, officially from LA Galaxy or the MLS.

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LA Galaxy fans, catch CONCACAF Champions League action, starting first on

March 7 and 14, with electrifying Showdown with Toronto FC beginning at

TFC homeground, Rogers Centre. Mark your calendars……

Toronto FC vs LA Galaxy

Wednesday, Mar 7, 8.00pm EST, Rogers Centre

LA Galaxy vs Toronto FC

Wednesday, Mar 14, 7.00pm EDT, Home Depot Center

BeckhamGalaxy Scouts out Toronto FC

Earlier, BeckhamGalaxy scouts came back with reports of a Shortlist of

players for LA Galaxy’s drafting considerations. Two of the players,

Luis Silva and Aaron Maund both landed at Toronto FC. It is possible that

these two Draft picks may be given the Coach’s confidence and thrown

into the gauntlet to test their skills against LA Galaxy. Luis Silva, for one,

is a skilful winger who can really make dangerous runs with the ball.

Click here to view BeckhamGalaxy’s Scouting Report for 2012 MLS SuperDraft.

Veterans of Toronto will need to be kept an eye on. Torsten Frings of Germany,

Joao Plata of Ecuador and Canada’s very own son, Julian De Guzman are some

of the key players that LA Galaxy have to watch out for. Former LA Galaxy

defender Ty Harden will be seeing familiar faces of former colleagues on the pitch,

with so much at stake in a CCL match (Mark My Words), the friendship ends with

the blow of the whistle.

Canadian Sharpshooters

Well, they are not exactly Canadians, but I guess you have to give them credit

for their knack of scoring goals under cold weather conditions.

Toronto Top Scorers’ Chart for 2011

Danny Koevermans          8 goals

Maicon Santos          6 goals

Alan Gordan          4 goals

Nick Soolsma      3 goals

Joao Plata          3 goals

Forward Maicon Santos and Alan Gordan have left Toronto FC. Julian De Guzman

earns a worthy mention, grabbing 2 goals for Toronto FC, which is not far from the

top 5 on the Scoring Charts. Dutchman Danny Koevermans not only leads the goal

scoring charts, but he also leads goal-shots percentages of 26.7% last season. Nearing

that is Alan Gordan (22.2%) and Dwayne De Rosario (16.7%). We have much to thank

for with Alan Gordan Dwayne De Rosario being former Toronto FC players.

Without Omar Gonzalez, who's marking Danny Koeversmans?

Hard Tackling Torsten and Ty

David Beckham and Marcelos Sarvas may find difficulty in finding space with Torsten

Frings looking to dominate in midfield.

Ty Harden will also look to make life difficult for Robbie Keane and any LA Galaxy

forwards.Ty Harden’s height of 6’1″ provides an advantage for Harden to knock

down and intercept any high balls to the penalty box. The chink in Ty Harden’s

defence is that the acceleration and pace of Robbie Keane will leave Harden standing.

The matchup of Robbie Keane versus Ty Harden should be interesting for fans to

anticipate.

Stefan Frei is definitely getting pumped for a clean sheet. A 0-0 goal-less draw

at home is advantageous to Toronto FC as they play in the return leg with

just a goal scored in a 1-0 win more than enough to see them through. LA Galaxy

have to solve their inconsistent scoring problem, or they will suffer. Goals past

Swiss Frei will make it comfortable for the LA Galaxy and settle the score,

before bringing the tie back home to Home Depot Center.

Zero Goals past Swiss Frei?

Full Roster of Toronto FC

GK Stefan Frei *

GK Milan Kosic

DF Adrain Cann

DF Andy Iro

DF Ty Harden

DF Doneil Henry

DF Richard Eckersley

DF Aaron Maund (#23 pick, MLS SuperDraft)

M/D Jeremy Hall

MF Reggie Lambe

MF Nicholas Lindsay

MF Peri Milosevic

MF Matt Stinson

MF Torsten Frings *

F/M Luis Silva (#4 pick, MLS SuperDraft) *

F/M Ryan Johnson

FW Danny Koeversmans *

FW Keih Makubuya

FW Joao Plata

FW Nick Soolsma

* Key Players that LA Galaxy have to look out for. Full  Toronto FC Line-up

does not include the picks from 2012 MLS Supplemental Draft, some of

whom may not make it to the team roster.

Torsten Frings Shows Mercy to None, Including Torres

Just like the picture above, Torsten Frings will grab every opportunity to stamp

his authority in the middle of the park. Beckham and LA Galaxy will have to

watch out. LA Galaxy will underestimate Toronto FC at their own peril.

Toronto FC. They are going to prove that they are no pushovers to LA Galaxy.

Any predictions of score and line-up?

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David Beckham, to re-sign or resign? That was the question that came popping up

when Beckham became a free agent on New Year’s Day after the end of his LA Galaxy

contract.

Insider sources pointed out that David Beckham will officially sign a new contract

with LA Galaxy this week, and it has been officially reported that David Beckham

will extend his stay with LA Galaxy for another two years.

On LA Galaxy’s Official Website,

“This was an important decision for me,” Galaxy midfielder David Beckham

said. “I had many offers from clubs from around the world, however, I’m

still passionate about playing in America and winning trophies with the

Galaxy.”

 

David Beckham and LA Galaxy will be holding a live press conference on 19 Jan,

2 pm PT. Not to forget about David Beckham’s Google+ Hangout at 10.30am PT.

LA Galaxy’s strongest competitor for Beckham’s signature is Paris St. Germain, the

French Lique 1 club that has a huge financial backing of Qatar oil barrels. PSG put

on the table an offer of 12 million Euros, which is more than double Beckham’s

MLS Annual Salary. Many had felt that the offer was too good to resist, with PSG

offering the prospects of European football and Champions League.

(That is, if PSG was to finish within top two.)

French Newspaper like the L’Quipe splashed headlines that Beckham has signed the

pre-contract agreement, only to be “caught with their skirt down” when the spokesman

for Beckham denied any agreement on Beckham’s part. BeckhamGalaxy came up with

with early reports of the “Beckham Deal”,

BeckhamGalaxy Scouts out LA Galaxy’s Beckham Deal

It wasn’t a done deal then, until now.

How important is family to Beckham?

Very important. It was important enough to give up millions to sign a lucrative

contract and retire with the money in the pocket. Family, was by far the first

and foremost priority in Beckham’s mind in consideration for signing a new

contract.

David has four children with Victoria, three sons, Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz and

one daughter, Harper. All three sons have been schooling in LA for some time

and his children’s education is very important to him. He took a flight with his

three sons back to LA to make sure that they will be ready when school reopens,

while Victoria and Harper stayed back in England.

A family man. It describes David Beckham perfectly.

What’s coming up in the next two years?

David Beckham will continue to take up being the ambassador for the MLS, to

bring popularity to the league and also to continue to reach out to new fans,

domestically and internationally.

 “I’ve seen first hand how popular soccer is now in the States and I’m as

committed as ever to growing the game here,” he (Beckham) added. “My

family and I are incredibly happy and settled in America and we look

forward to spending many more years here.”

 

I think the role of “Ambassador of US Soccer” fits Beckham very well. I won’t be looking

too far ahead, there is the pre-season games and the CCL match that is coming up

against Toronto FC. It is a morale boost for the team and fans alike with Beckham to

count on as one of the key players to influence the game, especially with

Omar Gonzalez Out with ACL Injury. (And Juninho. And maybe Leonardo……..)

There is no denying the fact that England is where Beckham first calls Home.

LA is Beckham’s Second Home.

LA Galaxy fans welcomes David Beckham back with open arms.

And yes, thank you very much, David Beckham. My New Year Wish came true =)

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Opta is a company that specializes in collecting data that is related to sports,

Football, Rugby, Tennis, Golf and Motorsports – Just to name a few. I am quite

impressed with the way Opta presented the numbers in statistics that has also

appealed to the hordes of football fans around the world. Of course, Opta has

done a comprehensive scoop on LA Galaxy, and the following are a numbered

list from 1 to 10.

LA Galaxy, A Presentation of Numbers 1 to 10 (@OptaJack)

Number 1 – The Houston Dynamo have scored just 1 goal against the LA Galaxy in their

last 4 visits to the Home Depot Center. Limited.

(BeckhamGalaxy: Make that 5 visits, including the 1-0 victory of the MLS Cup

Final at Home Depot Center. )

Number 2 as in 252 – Omar Gonzalez has made the most clearances (252) and has the

4th most interceptions (88) by any player in MLS this season. Ball Shark.

Number 3 as in 132 – Kenny Walker completed the most passess at the 2012 MLS combine;

(132/150 – 88%) Active

Number 4  – The last 4 MLS Matches between the Houston Dynamo and LA Galaxy  at the

Home Depot Center have been won by LA. Flawless.

Number 5  – Mike Magee and Chris Wondolowski scored the most headed goals in MLS

in 2011 (5 each) Noggin

Number 6 – Landon Donovan scored 6 times from the PK spot in 2011; more than any

other player and 40% of his season goal tally. Overall.

Number 7 – Mike Magee has found the net 7 times in 10 MLS apps since August began,

including a goal in each of his 3 app in the playoffs. Asset

Number 8 – The LA Galaxy attempted 8 shots in the 1st half, but were unable to find

the target with any of them. Tense.

Number 9 – LA Galaxy players were given 9 yellow cards for time wasting in the

2011 MLS season; more than any other side. Delay.

Number 10 – David Beckham made the most assists from set plays this season;

6 of those coming from freekicks, the other 4 from corners.

BeckhamGalaxy does not claim credit for the above tweets, which were made by

OptaJack of Opta. If you are also active on twitter, let me do a tweet roll which

may be of interest to you.

BeckhamGalaxy TwitterRoll

LA Galaxy Official Twitter – @lagalaxy

BeckhamGalaxy Official Twitter – @beckgalaxy

OptaJack Official Twitter – @optajack

If your very own Favorite Number statistics did not appear in BeckhamGalaxy list,

leave a comment below and let us hear from you.

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