Beckham sets up goal in loss to FC Seoul

March 01, 2008 17:52 IST

David Beckham scored from the penalty spot but his LA Galaxy side were beaten 2-1 in a shootout by FC Seoul in a friendly on Saturday.

The former England captain had a hand in the Galaxy's 21st-minute opener, his long through ball pounced on by Alan Gordon, who turned to fire the visitors into the lead.

FC Seoul equalised 10 minutes later when Jung Jo-gook converted from the spot.

Beckham made no mistake with his kick in the shootout but his team mates were less reliable, allowing Lee Sang-hyup to win the game for the home side.

Beckham played the entire game despite reports that the former Real Madrid midfielder would be limited to a half to avoid the risk of injury before the start of the MLS season.

(Reporting by Angela Moon and Jack Kim)

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