Zero to hero: Becks beats the jeers to inspire Galaxy to MLS glory

26 October 2009 09:57
David Beckham was looking forward to the play-offs after playing an integral part in Los Angeles Galaxy's 2-0 victory over San Jose Earthquakes which confirmed his side as winners of the MLS Western Conference.[LNB]The England international was given a standing ovation when he was replaced byJovan Kirovski four minutes from time which contrasts with his confrontation with some fans who jeered him on his return from AC Milan in July.[LNB]Although the Galaxy clinched a play-off berth three weeks ago, the former Manchester United midfielder insisted it was important to continue their momentum and confirm their first Western Conference title in seven years.[LNB] Winging it: LA Galaxy star David Beckham drives past San Jose's Chris Leitch (R)[LNB]'We wanted to finish off on a high especially in front of our fans and we did do that,' Beckham told the official MLS website.[LNB] Beckham at centre of fresh row after brawl on MLS duty with LA GalaxyNo holding Beckham as England star plans to win the prize of 2018 World CupCheck out LA Galaxy's form and fixtures in our STATS ZONE  'It was important we won the game, to be top in our division.[LNB]'We've played better in games and we've passed the ball better in games but we won the game.[LNB]'It pleased the fans that it made us the top but we don't stop here.[LNB] Zero to hero: Beckham, sporting an ice pack on his groin, shares a smile with the Galaxy fans to celebrate their win, months after they had widely criticised him (L)[LNB]'There is still a lot of work to be done but I'm happy with the position we're in.'[LNB]  The Galaxy enjoyed some good fortune as they enjoyed their first victory over the Earthquakes in three attempts this season in the 'California Clasico'.[LNB]A 27,000 sell-out crowd at the Home Depot Center saw the hosts take a fortunate lead when San Jose's Bobby Burling deflected Landon Donovan's cross into his own goal before Donovan scored the clincher 13 minutes from time.[LNB] Smells like team spirit: Beckham wants his Galaxy team-mates to win the MLS[LNB]Houston beat Chivas USA 2-0 in the other match meaning the Galaxy will playtheir Home Depot Center co-tenants in the first leg of their semi-final series.[LNB]  Beckham at centre of fresh row after brawl on MLS duty with LA GalaxyNo holding Beckham as England star plans to win the prize of 2018 World CupCheck out LA Galaxy's form and fixtures in our STATS ZONE [LNB]  Explore more:People:David BeckhamPlaces:United Kingdom

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