Beckham in Hollywood
The glitz and glamour of David Beckham's signing for Los Angeles Galaxy in 2007.
In July 2007, David Beckham, then one of the most famous footballers in the world, made his debut for Major League Soccer team, LA Galaxy. The star-studded game attracted Hollywood royalty and huge media attention from around the world. Beckham would eventually win two MLS titles with LA Galaxy and he’s credited with raising the profile of his sport in America. Ian Williams talks to the man who signed Beckham, LA Galaxy president Alexi Lalas.
PHOTO: David Beckham's presentation for LA Galaxy in 2007 (Getty Images)
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