CARSON, Calif. – Ashley Cole never pictured himself a captain, but upon returning to the LA Galaxy for the 2018 campaign, the legendary English defender knew that it was time to take the next step in his illustrious career.
Galaxy head coach Sigi Schmid confirmed following the team’s final match of the preseason that the 37-year-old would serve as the team’s captain for the 2018 season. A staple along the left side of the back four, Cole made 29 appearances for the squad a season ago in his second year with the club.
“Ashley was an important guy for us to bring back this year because his spirit is infectious,” head coach Sigi Schmid said.