Beckham opens account for Milan
David Beckham scored after being set up by Brazilian Alexandre Pato
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Sunday, 25, Jan 2009 09:01
David Beckham scored his first goal for AC Milan in their 4-1 win over Bologna at the San Siro.
The England midfielder scored with a fierce shot at the far post after a sweeping move on the hour mark.
Kaka, who rejected a move to Manchester City this week, scored twice while Clarence Seedorf grabbed the opener. Bologna had taken the lead through Marco Di Viao's penalty but the match turned when Gaby Mudingayi was sent off after 40 minutes.
The win moves Carlo Ancelotti's side into third place, six points behind joint leaders Juventus and Inter Milan.
Beckham, who is on loan from the Los Angeles Galaxy until March, hinted he may extend his stay in Italy.
"To score my first goal is great and I will keep this shirt, but the important thing is we won. I think we played well, even when they went down to 10 men, we still played our game," the 33-year-old said.
"The future? We'll have to see. I want to enjoy my time with AC Milan, like I've always said. It's a fantastic experience and I'm having a great time."
Milan coach Ancelotti said he wants Beckham to stay until the end of the season.
"Our hands are tied because he has a clear contract [with LA Galaxy]," he said.
"We can't do anything to change things, he can definitely do something. He must sort out his contract with the American team. I'm a realist - we'll take advantage of him for now."