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Los Angeles catches Beckham fever | |
(about 9 hours later) | |
David Beckham has touched down in California to start his new job as a player for the Los Angeles Galaxy. | David Beckham has touched down in California to start his new job as a player for the Los Angeles Galaxy. |
The former England football captain arrived in the US with his wife Victoria, greeted by screaming fans. | The former England football captain arrived in the US with his wife Victoria, greeted by screaming fans. |
After a night's sleep, Beckham is due to appear at a news conference of the LA Galaxy, where he will be introduced to the world as their new star player. | After a night's sleep, Beckham is due to appear at a news conference of the LA Galaxy, where he will be introduced to the world as their new star player. |
In a scene that resembled a Hollywood premiere, the Beckhams were welcomed by an army of TV crews and photographers. | In a scene that resembled a Hollywood premiere, the Beckhams were welcomed by an army of TV crews and photographers. |
The football star walked with a big smile on his face through the airport. | The football star walked with a big smile on his face through the airport. |
Beckham brand | Beckham brand |
Barricades had to be set up to keep the crowd under control. Club officials are well aware that they have hired more than just another midfielder. | |
HAVE YOUR SAY If Pele couldn't force the US to embrace soccer, I doubt an over-the-hill David Beckham can Steve, New York class="" href="http://newsforums.bbc.co.uk/nol/thread.jspa?threadID=6824&edition=1">Send us your comments They are hoping the England star will bring the Beckham brand to Los Angeles and much needed publicity for a sport that few Americans take seriously. | |
The last few days have seen a huge amount of hype in anticipation of the Beckham's arrival. | The last few days have seen a huge amount of hype in anticipation of the Beckham's arrival. |
Hollywood has a new double act - Victoria, still well known here as Posh Spice, will be seen in a special TV documentary next week all about her journey to America. | Hollywood has a new double act - Victoria, still well known here as Posh Spice, will be seen in a special TV documentary next week all about her journey to America. |