David Beckham launches MLS team four years after saying he wanted to build a side that would be 'loved by millions' as league's commissioner Don Garber thanks former England captain for his patience: 'Great things come to those who wait'

Daily Mail | January 29, 2018

David Beckham has launched his long-awaited Major League Soccer franchise after his side was accepted into the league by commissioner Don Garber.

The former England captain announced the news at a press conference alongside Garber.

Garber said: 'These are the days that really warm our hearts and make us so proud. Great things come to those who wait. A day that will go down as one of the historic days in our league.

David Beckham has officially launched his MLS franchise after years of waiting to own a club in the United States

Fans and media gathered at the Adrienne Arsht Center for Performing Arts in Miami ahead of the announcement

Supporters gathered ahead of the official announcement on Monday afternoon, many wearing sky blue scarves

There was a great sense of excitement before the press conference when Beckham finally unveiled his plansu00a0 — There was a great sense of excitement before the press conference when Beckham finally unveiled his plans

'David will remember when we first met and he said he wanted to grow the sport but one day he wanted to become an owner.