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Crossing the pond... Famous footballers who played in the United States

Harry Yeates
Wednesday 17 August 2011 07:01 BST
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Robbie Keane's 'dream move' to LA Galaxy makes him the latest football or, 'soccer' player to join team America.

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The Irishman's decision to ply his trade across the pond sees him join a list of names including the likes of Pele, Moore, Beckenbauer and Best.

Here, we take a look at some of the famous names who played club football in the United States.

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