Despite Injuries, David Beckham Says He'll Play in MLS Cup

It seemed to be a long shot that he would actually miss the match, but L.A. Galaxy star David Beckham has confirmed that, despite lingering injuries, he will play in Sunday's MLS Cup against Real Salt Lake.

Beckham was recently photographed wearing a protective boot while playing American football in the park with his children. The images sparked a bit of concern over whether he'd be healthy enough to play Sunday, but upon arriving in Seattle (seen above) for the MLS Cup, Beckham spoke to the Telegraph UK and said that he was going to play through some lingering injuries.

In the article, Beckham expressed complete confidence that he would play in Sunday's match. He then went on to talk about where he is from a health standpoint overall. From the Telegraph:

After a run out in Los Angeles yesterday before flying north, Beckham explained: "I haven't trained since the game the other day so it's been a bit of a worry," he said. "I had bad bone bruising. I have done a little running now, which is important. It was the first time I'd actually been able to wear trainers.

"It's a lot easier now. At my age you go into games and nothing is perfect. You always have a niggling injury of some sort."

In the article, Beckham also goes on to say that he never thought about walking away from the MLS and returning to Europe permanently, despite a strained relationship with teammate Landon Donovan.

Beckham has played 287 out of 300 total minutes of game action for the Galaxy in the playoffs, and delivered a highlight-worthy pass in the West semifinals that helped push Los Angeles through to the next round.