Comments on: David Beckham to LA Galaxy: What does it mean for American Soccer?

By: Anthony

Anthony — Sun, 15 Apr 2007 03:38:22 +0000

David Beckham is hands down the best midfielder in the game, and if the previous commentors watched soccer,they would know that. he is worth that much not just because ofhis skill bu because of his name, he will open the door, and behind that door will be america saying we support soccer,(the biggest sport int he world) and we will say with the most famous soccer player in the history of the sport…next to peile’…as our poster boy for america. and when the fifa world cup comes around, it will be his last run in that world championship, and will probably take us all the way to the semi-finals, if not finals, not because of his ability, but his intimidation and knowlage he will bring to a team that is dead and needs everybit of talent it can get… i.e. American Soccer team

By: Female Soccer Fan

Female Soccer Fan — Sat, 14 Apr 2007 10:19:57 +0000

I recently read of his interest to play for England again. Who can blame him? I’m not sure America will
ever grow to love soccer in the same way they do in
Europe and Latin America. I am a woman and love soccer. I enjoy watching the game because of the talent of the sport. He is talented and has a great deal to offer
in England or the US. Whatever David decides to do,
he will be welcomed.

By: erkan

erkan — Sat, 17 Feb 2007 15:26:49 +0000

MAMA i think beckham just changed to LA galaxy because of his money he will gain

By: Gonzalo

Gonzalo — Fri, 12 Jan 2007 12:56:25 +0000

I think all this overblown talk of his deal with the Galaxy being “worth” $250 million conveniently ignores that the vast majority of the money is to come from his image and sponsorship deals. At Real Madrid he only received 50% of this income (for deals signed after he joined 2003, that is) and he is now free to continue earning the totality of this income.

His actual salary from the Galaxy has been quoted at around 3 million euros a year, which translates to just under $4 million a year

By: Irishdownunder

Irishdownunder — Fri, 12 Jan 2007 04:36:01 +0000

$250,000,000.00
….How much?
Don’t worry, most of that comes from direct sponsorship from companies such as Pepsi & Gillette not MLS or LA Galaxy.

By: Jules Hornbrook

Jules Hornbrook — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 21:13:19 +0000

David Beckham will do much for USA “soccer” or, as we call in back in England, football. He is a quality player and many feel that he should still have a place in the national side. Moreover, he has become an ambassador for the game. Despite numerous attempts by the media to tarnish his name (personal stories) he still commands many column inches in English and worldwide papers. He WILL put bums on seats. He WILL attract massive media attention. The “family man” angle will help, especially as he can nearly field a 5-a-side team of his own. POSH spice (his Mrs) would be one of the goal posts, bless her. Good luck to him, them and all. He’ll be good value, whatever the ludicrous $figures being quoted…

Jules, Crewe (England): http://images-of-crewe.blogspot.com/

By: Luis

Luis — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 20:39:27 +0000

Overrated, overpaid, and looking for some love from the stands. At least the lifestyle isn’t too bad for him in LA. This will end up being one of the biggest non events of the year in the MLS.

By: dufless

dufless — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 20:23:19 +0000

The most in-depth analysis of the Beckham signing. He will earn around $200-$250 million over 5 years. Which means he could buy two MLS teams every year. The entire league is only worth around $275 million. Ridiculous. Check out

By: Dr.fatal

Dr.fatal — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 20:01:59 +0000

This doesn’t mean jack! BIG WASTE OF MONEY. And that’s money that could have gone elsewhere; more on developing what we have here. Yes, Americans love superstars but not footballers. Those are different a breed. MLS needs to stay away from the notion that big star will help the sport grow and making the U.S. audience accepting soccer as a pastime. Real Sport is about local pride and soccer is all about that as well as sportsmanship and passion. Things you don’t find in many sports in the US.

If MLS is looking to please the U.S audience, then they need to think of a way to make the game more entertaining (Americanize). Maybe a bit like wrestling, otherwise stick with football not soccer. And on a final note, stay away from British style of play, that route will never get you a cup or skillful players.

My 2 cents!

And not millions of pounds

By: Chris

Chris — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 19:01:57 +0000

Thank god he didn’t come back to the Premiership, I’m sick of hearing about him and his deluded wife. US fans will soon see he’s the biggest example of the ‘Emperor’s New Clothes’ there’s ever been. The England national team, Real Madrid, Man.Utd, Chelsea, AC Milan etc don’t want him because as a player he offers very little now. If the Galaxy want to sell shirts in Japan though he’s your man.