Beckham Scores His First Goal For LA Galaxy

David Beckham scored his first goal for Los Angeles Galaxy to help secure their place in the SuperLiga final.

The England midfielder, 32, was named captain as he started a game for the first time for his new team.

He responded by scoring a trademark free-kick after 28 minutes against DC United before setting up the second with a pass for Landon Donovan. He sent a long pass to a streaking Landon Donovan, who scored on a breakaway in the 47th minute for a 2-0 lead.

Beckham was given a rapturous reception when he was substituted on 63 minutes as the Galaxy went on to win 2-0.

The only blip for Beckham came after 18 minutes when he was booked for a foul on DC United's Jaime Moreno.

The Galaxy advanced to the Aug. 29 tournament final in Carson against Mexican club team Pachuca, which tied Houston 2-2, but won 4-3 on penalty kicks.

The Los Angeles Galaxy pose for a team photo before the SuperLiga semifinal game against D.C. United at the Home Depot Center on Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2007, in Carson, Calif.

David Beckham of the Los Angeles Galaxy (R) is tackled by Ben Olsen of D.C. United early in the Superliga semifinal match.

L.A. Galaxy star David Beckham bends the ball as he scores on a free kick against D.C. United for his first MLS goal.

Los Angeles Galaxy's David Beckham celebrates after scoring on a free kick against D.C. United.

Los Angeles Galaxy's David Beckham waves at the crowd as he walks off the field after being substituted in the second half. The Galaxy won the match 2-0 to reach the SuperLiga final where they will face Mexican champions Pachuca.