LA Galaxy vs. Toronto FC: Rating David Beckham's Performance

In hindsight, it was probably a good idea for David Beckham to not jump ship and head off to Paris Saint-Germain after a solid season for the Los Angeles Galaxy, arguably the best ever in his career.

After all, his deliveries would be smothered rather easily in Ligue 1. Or they might find someone in a PSG shirt; you never know.

Beckham had an average night against Toronto FC in the CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinals, and it could have been a downright awful evening had he not set up the equalizer for Landon Donovan in the 89th minute of play.

What was perhaps the highlight of Becks' performance was the way he cleared out all those confetti streamers and beer cans in the corners. Not even an avalanche of paper and aluminum projectiles could prevent Beckham from recording at least one assist at the Rogers Centre.

After recording the assist, Beckham evened the score in more ways than one. From the the Globe and Mail's Jeff Blair:

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“Tonight was a great atmosphere," Beckham told Sportsnet as the players filed off the pitch. “The majority were here to enjoy the spectacle. It’s a shame some people spoiled it. It’s disappointing kids see it … but it was a great atmosphere.”

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Otherwise, it was not a remarkable effort from Beckham to start the year, but it wasn't a completely forgettable display. Right down the middle.

Perhaps the second leg against TFC will provide a much better display. Nothing too remarkable, save for the equalizer set-up.

Rating: 5/10