CARSON, Calif. -- LA Galaxy defender Jelle Van Damme took to social media on Friday to celebrate his appointment as the team's newest captain.
In a post on his official Instagram account, Van Damme stated that he's anxious to start the season and ready to follow in Robbie Keane's rich legacy as Galaxy captain.
"Ready for the new season!! It's an honor to be your captain and take over for the legendary Robbie Keane," he wrote. "This club has a history of leaders that have given everything to this club and I am excited to be the next in line.