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Journalism of Courage
David Beckham earned the plaudits of his teammates, Fabio Capello and the Spanish media after he marked his return with a goal that helped Real Madrid to a 2-1 comeback-victory at Real Sociedad on Saturday.
Beckham, sidelined for a month by Capello following his announcement that he would join MLS side LA Galaxy at the end of the season, cancelled out Sociedad8217;s early lead with a trademark free-kick eight minutes before halftime.
Ruud van Nistelrooy secured the victory with a brave header, three minutes into the second half to give Real their first points in three games.
8220;Beckham spares the life of his executioner,8221; was Marca8217;s verdict on the midfielder8217;s goal, saying that Capello was in debt to the former England captain after his performance.
8220;A gift from Beckham to Capello,8221; was El Pais8217;s description of the goal, while most papers were agreed that the victory had saved the former Juventus coach from dismissal.
Capello, who said Beckham8217;s professional attitude in training had persuaded him to reverse his decision to exclude him for the rest of the season, was delighted with his performance.
