Let's get the next PELE. I'm sure he can play better that Donovan. pussyface slightly
The popularity of soccer in the United States is already on the road up well before Beckham came. With ethnic demographics are changing and more "traditional" sports popularity waning, it is inevitable.
I don't think his impact as great as you think. Exhibit a: MLS team that is closest to my address today is Columbus. I'm really kicking around the idea of splurging on a road trip to see the match crew vs. Galaxy. Good thing I didn't. He only appeared in Ohio once in five years he has been here.
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