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This is a detailed Xmas wish list for any soccer player worth his or her salt.

On January 11th, 2007, international soccer icon David Beckham announced that he has agreed to a five year deal with the Los Angeles Galaxy of Major League Soccer that is reportedly worth $250 million dollars.

The LA Galaxy have signed David Beckham, one of Europe's best soccer players with the hopes of making professional soccer relevant in the US.

This column discusses why David Beckham has had a positive impact on Major League Soccer, despite injuries that have kept him out for most of the season.

With his New $250 Million dollar contract, can Beckham save soccer in the U.S.?

David Beckham's first game in the U.S. with the Los Angeles Galaxy may be against Premiership champion Chelsea on July 21.

A look at Major League Soccer for those people that are getting interested in learning more about soccer.

The "Beckham Rule" could be used to improve the overall quality of play and increase attendance by targeting specific segments of local markets.

Regardless of how handsome and capable David Beckham is, he won't change the state of Soccer in the US.

The MLS has made some serious changes during the off-season, which include more than the addition of David Beckham. With more children playing soccer than any other sport, the odds of success look good.

Just two days after announcing his plans to come play soccer in the U.S., David Beckham learns from his current coach that he will be benched for Real Madrid for the rest of this season.

David Beckham has signed a 128 million dollar contract to turn his back on European soccer and play in the U. S. Some of the little known facts about him might help to explain why.

Consider for a moment that Liverpool FC will be purchased for $260 Million, then consider that Beckham will see $250 Million with the L.A. Galaxy.

With only two open playoff slots and a handful of games remaining, MLS fans may be caught waiting until the conclusion of season's final match to see how the standings shake out.

American pro soccer can never join the world community. Here's why.

Even NFL star Trevor Pryce, a former player and brother of a former U.S. women's national team member, has addressed radio shockjock for smack-talking David Beckham

Soccer star David Beckham is coming to play in the United States for the Los Angeles Galaxy. David Beckham had played for Real Madrid in Europe and was one of soccer's biggest stars.

Can you imagine earning one million dollars per week? For David Beckham it's a reality. At the end of 2006, he signed a worldwide attention grabbing deal with the Major League Soccer team, the Los Angeles Galaxy. This one deal was worth $250 million.

Victoria Beckham and NBC are in negotiations for an upcoming reality tv series featuring the former Spice Girl. The show will be about the former pop star's recent move from England to Los Angeles, and could hit the small screen as early as this summer.

The only player in Major League Soccer to play all 12 MLS seasons with the same club - Cobi Jones is retiring at the end of the 2007 season.

The popularity of youth soccer has skyrocketed in America over the past decade. With a generation of boys and girls who are growing up with a love for soccer, it could possibly become as beloved as American baseball.

A short history and preview of Major League Soccer's newest club - Toronto FC

Real Madrid appears ready to finally forgive David Beckham.

Teaching a player to use their weak foot, in many cases the left foot, can prove to be a vital part of a childes development in soccer.

With David Beckham crossing the pond, American soccer is getting more popular than ever. However, many Americans do not enjoy the sport because they don't understand all the rules. Here is a guide to some of the more confusing rules to soccer.

The King and Queen of soccer go to US

Soccer fans have been glued to their seats waiting to see which next "great" the MLS would import; however, with the transfer window closing, there has been little news.

The United States Soccer League 2008 season recently began

With most of the Designated Players not arriving until the summer, the current MLS players will need to find ways to prove the quality of the league.

David Beckham will not only change MLS, but could impact other sports as well. Signing could bring better players and better TV contracts for the consumer in all aspects. NFL fans should join the bandwagon while there is room.

There is a reason why soccer is not called �football,' in America…soccer sucks. American football is far better and far superior than the world's so-called most popular sport, which for some reason is also called �football.'

Soccer News: Fabregas to remain a Gunner, Beckham arrives in US, Saviola signs with Real Madrid and Sir Alex Ferguson on Thierry Henry.

The Beckham family is moving to the United States, their debut being sometime within the next month.

Soccer Beckham and Spice Victoria Adams' conspicuous love affair.

Don't get bogged down trying to figure out what to buy for your soccer enthusiast. Here's a list of some great items every soccer player would be glad to receive.

Ok ladies, even though we don't usually like men who wear tights, it's pretty safe to say that when we see a well built man with a nice buttocks running around in his football pants, we usually make an exception.

With one week before the MLS season starts, Blanco signs with the Chicago Fire. His presence in the league and with Fire will help the development of the MLS in many ways.

Salt Lake County mayor Peter Corroon puts end to Sandy stadium speculation, telling Real Salt Lake owner David W. Checketts that county would not pony up $30 million for Sandy stadium project, thus killing the deal and perhaps RSL's future in Utah.

A look at the offseason improvements the Colorado Rapids have made.

Soccer is the "world's game." So why has it not been embraced by the United States, when so many of our youth are playing the game and there are increasing opportunities to learn and become interested in the game? These are my thoughts.

America is handed its jock strap back to them in yet another World Cup. Excuses and an unpractical, hands off approach to how we can dominate the world's game.

With the success of Chivas USA, Real Salt Lake, and Toronto FC, other cities are considering joining the soccer boom.

Will David Beckham leave his mark and show straight American men that it is ok to dress sharply?

For all of the hype surrounding David Beckham's arrival to the Los Angeles Galaxy and Major League Soccer, the game between Chelsea and the Galaxy, Beckham's supposed unveiling, was, to quote one of Beckham's more famous countryman, "Much Ado About Nothing."

Tips for young soccer players and parents playing in preschool soccer leagues are included in this overview.

Analasis of what David Beckham has done in the MLS so far and if he can effect it in the future

The MLS Cup playoffs features some old teams like perennial foe D.C. United and the new kid on the block, CD Chivas USA, due to battle for the title in only its second year in existence.

After denying Twellman and Noonan in his first appearance, Sanneh must prepare for the coming of Beckham and Donovan.

This article offers insights as to how the United States has changed Major League Soccer.

David Beckham was born on May 2, 1975 in Leytonstone, London, England. He has excelled in world soccer for the English national team, Manchester United of England, and Real Madrid of Spain.

The Women's Soccer League announces plans for a new pro women's soccer league.

The SuperLiga 2008 teams and schedule were announced today - 8 teams will compete through July; MLS begins its season March 29.

If you ask any parent, there is a good chance that they know the basic rules for all of the major sports. Whether you are a new coach or a proud parent, keep this seven step crash course in soccer for new players handy so that soccer is no exception.

An overview of football star David Beckhan, highlighting a few life events and professional milestones.

The Houston Dynamo is the 2007 Major League Soccer Champion after defeating the New England Revolution 2-1 in the 2007 MLS Cup held at the neutral site RFK Stadium, in Washington DC

With the relative instability of indoor soccer league teams, the Milwaukee Wave have been a success story in a town that is usually distracted by its beloved Packers and Bucks. The Wave are well worth a visit to the US Cellular Arena!

The FIFA World Cup will played in Germany, aren't you excited? FIFA stands for Federation Internationale de Football Association (I had to look that up) and it is like the Major League Baseball of soccer, or as the rest of the world calls it, football.

In a country where Baseball had Babe Ruth and Basketball had Michael Jordan a new superstar has arrived for Soccer in the shape of 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) David Beckham.

A column about what could make soccer a little more America-friendly.

Although 2007 has been hyped as the year of Beckham and Blanco, neither soccer star may see action until after the All-Star, but other players are making an impact.

The New England Revolution, of Major League Soccer, won the 94th Lamar Hunt US Open Cup on Wednesday at Frisco, Texas against Dallas FC, also of MLS.

There are several benefits to youth soccer not found in other sports.

A look at the state of American professional soccer, particularly Major League Soccer and Bruce Arena's role in changing the perception that is a league for semi-retired international stars. (Part one of two)

An editorial that considers why Americans, despite being a nation of immigrants from soccer-loving countries, still can't be convinced by Nike, Walmart, Pepsi and the rest of our leaders into embracing this sport.

This article details the latest soccer scandal in Italy.

Ferencváros is the most celebrated of Hungarian soccer clubs. Yet the juggernaut has been relegated to the second division for the first time in its 107-year history, thanks to economic problems. A brief history of team in the era of modern capitalism.

Recent violent actions during several soccer matches has sparked the debate on whether it is the most dangerous sport

A soccer team cannot stand with offense alone, and these drills will help to improve your defensive game.

Though Jamie Trecker of FOX Sports seemingly committed an egregious journalistic error, the words coming from U.S. Soccer Federation president Sunil Gulati have lent some, though not all, credibility to Trecker's argument. Read for yourself.

While the Boston Red Sox are raising ticket prices for 2008, the New England Revolution are offering free transportation to MLS Cup 2007 in Washington DC.

Former favorites have seemingly missed their chance to play on the world stage by failing to qualify for the regional tournament. With the usual powers missing, will this be the year for an American team to take the cup?

Soccer is the world's most popular sport, and buying soccer gear, for fans and players, is not cheap. However, it is possible to find some good bargains out there if you know where to look!

While the NBA attempts to rid itself of teenagers with an age limit, US Soccer expanded its rosters, encouraged young players to go pro and created an avenue for the players to train with professionals and get playig time through a Reserve league.

Many of the players are first generation immigrants who have played professional soccer in their home countries. They come to the US to work and try out for MLS Soccer Teams

Drills to become the best keeper a soccer team can dream of.

After a rocky first season in Major League Soccer CD Chivas USA has seen a resurgence in not only its fan base but also its record, which stands 3rd as the team is at the All-Star break. But some think its tie to CD Chivas Guadalajara is unfair...

Soccer is a game that not only motivates you to keep active, fit, and healthy, but promotes working with a team, and developing solid athletic skills. However, there are a few basic soccer skills every new player should know and practice.

The soccer off-season drama has already started as MLS clubs cut their rosters and make adjustments to prepare for the 2007 campaign which include the "Beckham Rule".

With a month left before the transfer window opens, Toronto FC has already managed to sign a number of Canada's top talents. Will this expansion franchise repeat the magic of the 1998 Chicago Fire.

It's tough to tell though whether the interest is sports related, or if the celebrity manic US public just loves the idea of Beckham and his Posh Spice wife Victoria moving to their part of the world. Only time will tell.

Joe, Chris, Brad and Ralphie take on David Beckham and Football . . . Futbol . . . Soccer! At least one of the Gab Four is excited about taking soccer balls to the face. See what the rest have to say about the upcoming MLS season.

The exciting soccer game from PSP, FIFA Soccer 2005 is a game you should go crazy for.

Article on the life and times of Manchester United's greatest legend, George Best.

State lawmakers approve Sandy stadium at the last minute by 48-24 margin, saving the Major League Soccer franchise from potential relocation to St. Louis

Alex Rodriguez makes more money playing baseball than anyone in the world. But can he help the yankees to a wolrd title?

Last November 18, 2006, blue-eyed 44 year old Tom Cruise and lovely brown haired, movie star, Katy Holmes were wed in a fairy-tale wedding

Instead, I blame the United States Soccer development system which has made great strides in closing the talent gap between the United States and the world, but which has yet to produce a true world class talent.

Group B is dynamic with two European strongholds combined with a South American team looking to build on recent success and a Caribbean nation in it's first WC Finals.

Major League Soccer announced today that Philadelphia will host the 16th team in the MLS beginning in the 2010 season.

Labor relations in MLS has suffered over player salaries, but the MLS corporate development is progressing and part of that corporate development is player development.

Here are some soccer drills to help soccer players become quicker, more agile and better ball handlers.

Dear David Beckham... You are no Pele! In fact you should not even be in the same breath as Pele. You were once, one of the better players in all the world. Now, you are aging veteran who has decided to play for the worst soccer league in the world.

Soccer superstar and icon David Beckham introduced his newest ads for Giorgio Armani underwear yesterday, to the delight of his many fans.

Beckham and a Mexican dirt farmer sneaking across the border are not as different as you might think.

While thousands of people each year take up jogging to drop unwanted pounds, a new study suggests they'd be better off joining a soccer team.

Fitness is crucial for all soccer players. The most important fitness componen