Robbie Keane named MLS MVP

LOS ANGELES: Robbie Keane has been named Major League Soccer’s Most Valuable Player after the Irish forward’s dynamic season for the Los Angeles 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.