Donovan Ricketts returns to The Galaxy after breaking his arm back in June, and keeps a clean sheet proving that The Galaxy have two top class goalkeepers available once more.
Beckham managed to keep himself out of the referees notebook, but did take a knock in the second half, landing heavily on his back which may agitate the back spasm problems which apparently are still a problem. He made his usual contribution of long-range pinpoint balls and clever passes including a telling pass for the only goal of the match (Donovan). Overall, The Galaxy dominated the game although Colorado had a goal struck off for offside. Keane was bought on after 60 minutes having recently returned from international duty. The upshot is that LA are now guaranteed a spot in the play-offs with plenty of games to spare - they should easily top the Western Conference again this year
WESTERN CONFERENCE
| Club | PTS | GP | W | L | T | GF | GA | GD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LA Galaxy | 55 | 28 | 15 | 3 | 10 | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| 2 | Seattle Sounders FC | 48 | 27 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 42 | 29 | 13 |
| 3 | FC Dallas | 46 | 27 | 13 | 7 | 7 | 36 | 29 | 7 |
| 4 | Real Salt Lake | 42 | 25 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| 5 | Colorado Rapids | 41 | 29 | 10 | 8 | 11 | 39 | 37 | 2 |
| 6 | Portland Timbers | 32 | 26 | 9 | 12 | 5 | 33 | 41 | -8 |
| 7 | Chivas USA | 31 | 27 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 32 | 30 | 2 |
| 8 | San Jose Earthquakes | 26 | 26 | 5 | 10 | 11 | 27 | 35 | -8 |
| 9 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 21 | 26 | 4 | 13 | 9 | 27 | 42 | -15 |
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