Ruiz, Beckham shine in Shanghai

Beckham (top) hooked up with Carlos Ruiz for his first of three goals. Ruiz was acquired from FC Dallas during the off-season.

SHANGHAI - Carlos Ruiz scored a hat-trick as the Los Angeles Galaxy cruised to a 3-0 victory over Shanghai-Hong Kong United in Shanghai on Wednesday.


Former England captain David Beckham set up Ruiz's first goal but then sat out the final 20 minutes after taking a kick to his right thigh, although the injury is not thought to be serious.


Ruiz opened the scoring in the first half and then added two more late on to give the scoreline a flattering look.


David Beckham set up one goal as Los Angeles Galaxy eased to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Shanghai-Hong Kong United in Shanghai today.


The England midfielder was substituted with 20 minutes remaining after taking a knock to his right thigh, although the injury is not serious.


Carlos Ruiz scored all three goals, opening the scoring in the first half and then adding two more late on.