LOS ANGELES (AP) β Robbie Keane has been named Major League Soccer’s MVP after the Irish forward’s dynamic season for the LA Galaxy.
MLS announced the award Wednesday.
New England’s Lee Nguyen and Seattle’s Obafemi Martins were the other finalists for the award.
The 34-year-old Keane had 19 goals and 14 assists while leading the Galaxy’s MLS-best offense, providing dangerous attacking and steady leadership for the MLS Cup finalists. After winning two league titles in Keane’s first three seasons, the Galaxy will attempt to win a third when they host New England in the championship game Sunday.
With speed, skill and a daredevil flair for big moments, Keane scored or assisted on 33 goals this season. Only Chris Wondolowski ever managed more in MLS history, contributing to 34 goals during his 2012 season with San Jose.
