Madrid: David Beckham leaves Real Madrid

British soccer star David Beckham has finally agreed to leave Real Madrid, to join Los Angeles soccer team, the LA Galaxy.
The day of his official presentation in the Home Depot Stadium in Los Angeles will always be a historical date to de US soccer. Starting with the viewing of a documentary about Beckham’s career highlights, the ceremony went on with a sold-out stadium and rock music.
“I am proud to have played for two of the biggest clubs in football and I look forward to the new challenge of growing the world's most popular game in a country that is as passionate about its sport as my own.” Beckham said.
With a five-year contract worth bout US$25o million, the number 23 will definitely bring attention to the sport and to American soccer. AEG president Timothy J. Leiweke said “David is truly the only individual that can build the 'bridge' between soccer in America and the rest of the world."

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