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Robbie Keane meets three-year-old LA Galaxy fan who was heartbroken by his knee injury

Robbie Keane's knee injury has altered LA Galaxy's MLS plans at the start of the season, but thre...



Robbie Keane meets three-year-...
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Robbie Keane meets three-year-old LA Galaxy fan who was heartbroken by his knee injury

Robbie Keane's knee injury has altered LA Galaxy's MLS plans at the start of the season, but three-year-old fan Xyla seemed to be affected more than most.

Keane posted a video last week of the girl looking upset because she was not able to see the team's captain in action for the Galaxy for a few more weeks. Xyla's mother even promised that they would make Keane a "Get Well Soon" card to help his recovery.

People in the Galaxy organisation saw the video, which was recorded by Xyla's mother and set up a meeting between the girl and the injured Keane.  

The Ireland captain told Xyla that he "will be back soon" from the injury before giving the girl a signed jersey with "Keane 7" on the back. Keane also posed for photos with Xyla and her family and got a poster made by the girl too.

Ireland's record appearance holder and goalscorer is hoping to return to action in the next couple of weeks for his team, with a view to proving his fitness ahead of Euro 2016. 

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