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DaMarcus Beasley's next career stop appears to be in Mexico.
Beasley is on the verge of signing a two-year deal with Primera Division club Puebla, sources told SBI. Should Beasley sign there, it would add Mexico to a list of countries in which the speedy winger has played. He previously played for teams in the United States, Netherlands, England, Scotland and Germany.
The 29-year-old Beasley left Glasgow Rangers to sign with Hannover 96 in the Bundesliga last season, but he only appeared in four games for the club, which is captained by U.S. international right back Steve Cherundolo.
Puebla announced via its official Twitter feed that Beasley's signing was complete, but sources say that the deal is not done just yet.
Beasley is undoubtedly hoping that a potential stint in Puebla can do for him what it did for fellow American Herculez Gomez, who starred there during the 2010 Mexican Clausura season.
Gomez led the league in goals and used his performance there to propel himself onto the U.S. national team roster for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, where he teamed with Beasley.
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What do you think about Beasley potentially signing with Puebla? Think it's a good move for him?
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Marcelo Balboa is not Mexican-American and played there. Wynalda played there. Dominic Kinnear. There are others I can’t remember right now.
oh and saying DMB wasn’t speedy is like saying Michael Jordan wasn’t a great leaper. He may not of had the highest vertical in the league but he was by no means just a average leaper, same applies for DMB and his speed. He was quicker then he was fast but he could burn a good defender in a heart beat.
Wow, some of you guys act like he did something personal to you. Has he come out and said anything about getting back into the national team picture? Im really asking?…It’s obvious his best days are behind him but I hate seeing guys like Beasley; who for a few seasons was neck and neck with Donovan in arguments for best US player, and provided many huge moments for us over the years get trashed by some fans.
Remember that goal against Mexico in Columbus? I went nuts!!!
Sad!!
“the riot act?”
When he’s in form, Beasley is a very talented player. His history of injuries has made holding a spot on any team and staying in form difficult. I hope Puebla works for him. He still has a lot to offer if he can stay healthy for an extended period.
“…speedy winger…” [??]
He was never really that, IMO — neither the “speedy” part nor the “winger” part. “Nimble,” maybe, but he mostly used it to step over challenges and then toe-poke or back-pass. I always thought that his lack of pace forced him to pinch into the middle of the field, and robbed our attack of the width that a real winger can offer.
Bornstein
Not a bad move for him in my opinion, that league is much more suited to his skill set than where he has been to catch on. He simply isn’t strong enough to handle physical leagues, and going against the Mexican league defenders he should be able to use his speed and not get hammered each time. Do I think he is going to be able to resurrect his national team career? No. But he can continue his pro career and carve out a nice niche down south. Hell he should have a field day going against guys like Duilio Davino!
Hahah. Painful is right.
I predict Beasley will not play much their either.
How did this guy make our World Cup team just last year?
Bornstein -> half-Mexican.
I’ve heard the same thing for several years. Dude loves the sauce! Suppossedly US Soccer cant stand him as he is an overall bad influence on the other players.
Yeah…
1) He was served with a DUI in Holland.
2) As a member of the Fire, Bradley had a sit down with him and read him the riot act…Beasley showed up to training hung-over on numerous occasions.
3) Rangers let him go due to wages and his unreliability. Glasgow is fairly small and rumors get around quickly.
4) Wynalda on FSC phone-in show discussed DMB’s “ways”….fwiw…
He replaced Holden when DeJong broke his leg in the Netherlands game just prior to the WC. That’s the last time I remember him playing for the NATS and he actually was decent in that game.
Beasley is just a boring subject. He’s more interested in designing jewelry then playing soccer. Someone above said it best – he’s just out to get his last big paycheck. For Puebla’s sake I hope it’s incentive laden.
Why would Puebla want an injury-prone one-footed player with diminished speed, limited vision, and absolutely no touch?
Their scout should probably be fired.
If anybody should be back with the USMNT it should be Gomez and Torres.
“He previously played for teams in the United States, Netherlands, England, Scotland and Germany.”
I wouldn’t say that he “played” in Germany.
Beat me to it. Yeah, I would love to write, “Now he can get some much needed playing time so he can . . .” Ain’t gonna happen folks. I appreciate all of his hard work on the pitch for us in the past – but that is what it is: the past.
Several actually.
I have no idea if it is true or not, but 1 is quite an accusation. Do you have anything to back that up?
It might help explain his incredibly fast decline as a player.
Yeah, I just tried in vain to find an article about a guy in the early 90s that was super talented, played some in Mexico but injuries derailed his USMNT hopes and now I think he’s living in Brazil. Anyone remember this guy’s name?
I am a little shocked to see even 2 people advocating his return.
I loved DaMarcus, but the good ship Beasley has sailed for the USMNT. Best of luck to him.
bornstein?
How’s the view from the bench in Puebla?
Actually, Mexico is probably a decent place for him, given his sleight frame and short stature. Even still, he’s gonna be outclassed there. He doesn’t have the dribbling skills that rae second-nature to Mexicans.
it depends on the team really…not the league
A few of the old school guys from the 90s had some stints there I believe.
He doesn’t feel wronged, he just wants to maximize his earning potential while he can still play. Aside from selfishly wanting to see him play in MLS, you can’t fault someone whose career has a limited window wanting to get paid.
yes…short corner to him goes under his foot, Brasil steals it and straight in for the goal. Painful.
how should he feel wronged by the US. Bob bradley gave him endless chances to prove his worth at the end of his run with the USMNT, and he was terrible.
I hope he can get form back, and actually think the Mexican league fits him very well…far better than MLS.
got to be the first non mexican-american american to play in mexico am i right?
only in soccer does an individual turn down a job in the USA for an equal job in Mexico because the Mexican offer pays better!
He must really feel wronged by the US…He could be a featured player on an MLS team in need of a Left Winger…There must be a team that would pay him
2 comments on DMB…
1) For those that aren’t aware, Beasley is an epic party guy and loves the sauce. This has dogged him every where he’s gone.
2) He’s fragile. Combine #1 w/ #2 and it’s obvious why he can’t string together a run of fine performances. Since PSV, he’s been unable to stay healthy for more than a month at a time.
Personally, I wouldn’t touch him w/ a 10ft pole.
Sorry. Maybe I jumped the gun a bit there. Sample set was too small when I wrote my comment. Going back into my hole now. 🙂
Damn that vein on his head is MASSIVE
Hey Guys, what tournament was it that Beasley made that horrendous turnover that resulted it a goal. It pretty much sealed his fate. Was it the group game against Brazil in the Confederations Cup?
I’m just happy he’s not bringing his clunker game and large salary demand back to Chicago. There are cheaper alternatives for a fast guy that can fall down when touched and pass the ball back to a defender.
I was pretty sure he said LEFT WINGER.
Even though I wouldn’t mind seeing him at LB. What? It works great on FIFA :]
2 comments from people writing that they think he can get back into form isn’t the same as a legion of commenters demanding his return to the USMNT.
A lot of people on here don’t have a clue. Like the Dave guy above who thinks Beasley looked good in friendlies leading up to the 2010 WC. I used to be a big fan of Beasley, but the guy can’t get minutes anywhere. If he can’t even make the bench for the numerous club teams he has played on, how could he even get close to making the USMNT?
and Orozco
Dont forget Castillo lol
So, let me get this straight. Many on this board bemoan M. Bradley, but there’s actual talk of Beasley, who I don’t recall showing much promise at all for the USMNT, being mentioned for USMNT playing time? Really?
Good for him. I think Beasley can still play. He looked good in the lead up friendlies to the 2010 WC. I remember him playing well against the Netherlands and the Czech Republic.
Are we still going to continue the Beasley at left back experiment?
I really hope Beas takes the time to realize his opportunity, US is in DIRE need of a left winger!
How many USMNT (current or past) is that? Is Bornstein going to remain with Tigres?
Torres, Bornstein, Gomez, Beasley. Is that it?
I saw Puebla but for some reason thought ‘Pachuca’ – that would have been neat.
i just had to look up if beasley was actually on the 2010 wc roster–apparently i totally forgot that.
does Beasley even want back in the USMNT?? not once does he mention getting back in form when interviewed..