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...When Beckham renounced his status as a "Galactico" on Real Madrid's star-studded roster and headed for California, the big-money move was widely interpreted as a kind of golden parachute into retirement, bringing a touch of glamor and skill to a lower-tier league in which he could dominate. But the move to Milan, European champions just two years ago whose star-studded lineup includes the likes of the Brazilians Kaka and Ronaldino, suggests a restored ambition to return to the premier stage of the global game...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Extend It Like Beckham: From LA to Milan | 10/23/2008 | See Source »

...seat Home Depot Center. But the tranquility of those training sessions may be about to end, as fans, groupies and paparazzi jostle for a glimpse of the Galaxy's new signing - English superstar David Beckham. Starting with a game on July 21, the former Real Madrid "galactico" will put his creative midfield skills to work creating and scoring goals for the Galaxy. But that's only part of the job: In reality, he will become the face of Major League Soccer, the AAA baseball of global soccer. Becks will bring his chiseled chin, blond locks, and all-round star power...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Beckham Circus Comes to Town | 7/8/2007 | See Source »

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