David Beckham to Update Progress in Bringing ML Soccer to Miami

Submitted by Nancy Smith on February 3, 2014 - 1:54pm

David Beckham's moon is still over Miami. The international soccer star will face the cameras Wednesday in a news conference to discuss his progress in trying to bring a Major League Soccer expansion team to Miami.

MLS Commissioner Don Garber and Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez will also attend, says the Associated Press. The league hopes to place its next two expansion teams in Miami and Atlanta.

Expansion in Miami is contingent on securing a financing plan and location for a new stadium. Beckham's involvement in all that -- considering his celebrity and enthusiasm -- is said to have been invaluable. He has scouted possible sites and is seeking investors to assist with startup costs such as stadium construction and player acquisitions.

Among those who might become involved is Beckham's good friend LeBron James. The two have had discussions about bringing a team to Miami.

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