Beasley gets his first score of the season for Puebla in 2-1 win

DaMarcus Beasley scored what turned out to be the game-winning goal as Puebla ended Puma’s unbeaten run in the Apertura 2011, taking a 2-1 home victory on Sunday in Mexican Primera División action.

In the 24th minute of the game, the first goal of Beasley’s career in Mexico came as he met a right wing cross with a firm header that gave the keeper no chance.

Beasley has now started every game for Puebla this season and is adapting to playing in a deeper left midfield role with more defensive responsibility than he is used to, he said last week.

Credit: Tom Marshall at tom.marshall.mex@gmail.com or via Twitter: @mexicoworldcup

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DaMarcus Beasley makes competitive debut for Puebla

DaMarcus Beasley made his competitive debut for Puebla Saturday night. The American left-sider played 88 minutes in a 1-0 win over Atlas to kick off Puebla's Apertura season.

The 29-year-old joined the Mexican club from Hannover in Germany. His playing time has diminished since a string of unfortunate injuries, following a successful stint at PSV Eindhoven.

Beasley's best chance at a tally against Atlas came in the 23rd minute. He collected a pass from former Liverpool player Luis Garcia and shot just wide.

Beasley, a veteran of three World Cups, has 93 international caps.

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Beasley making possible move to Puebla

According to mlssoccer.com, DaMarcus Beasley is on the verge of completing a move to join Mexican Priméra División club Puebla on a two-year contract.

“[Beasley] has not signed as yet,” Lyle Yorks told MLSsoccer.com. “The deal is likely, but he is a Hannover player. There still needs to be an agreement in place between Hannover and Puebla.”

Yorks indicated it might take a few days for the clubs to make final arrangements and Puebla have said that they expect Beasley to officially join the team for preseason training on Monday.

“The player has accepted to come to Puebla,” Ricardo Henaine told FutbolMLS.com on Wednesday. “Hopefully it will work out for us like it did with Herculez [Gomez], who was a top scorer with us in his first season. For us, to bring in an American player with [Beasley's] characteristics and together with the Mexican talent [at Puebla], I am sure he will become a star that no one is expecting.”

Having the 29 year old Beasley on any team would be a welcomed addition. His speed and natural athleticism could add depth and experience to a young squad like Puebla. Hopefully more details will emerge on Thursday, which we will be sure to keep you updated.

(All reporting credit courtesy of MLS SOCCER and Tom Marshall - @mexicoworldcup).

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Mexican club Pachuca interested in American midfielder DaMarcus Beasley

According to the Washington Post, Mexico club, Pachuca is actively pursuing Hanover, Germany's DaMarcus Beasley. Beasley arrived in Mexico for formal negotiations and a workout to make sure he doesn’t have any physical issues. Terms and conditions of a contract and transfer will also be on the agenda.

If a deal is not reached with Pachuca Beasley could remain at Hanover and continue to collect his guaranteed earnings (an estimated $500,000).

Beasley is a fantastic left wing and a move to Pachuca could showcase his abilities. Although some are critical that he has not been with a club longer than a few years, I think he could make a lasting impression with the Mexican squad.

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