Intro:

Reigning champions LA Galaxy get ready to take on Chicago Fire in the opening game of the new MLS season.

Script:

SOUNDBITE: (English), Shaun Maloney, Chicago Fire:

"I don't think you could have asked for a better match. We are playing the champions in their stadium. We are massive underdogs and I think it's just a brilliant opportunity for us, for myself and the team, to go in and show LA that we are a different team this year.

SOUNDBITE: (English), Robbie Keane, LA Galaxy:

"Of course, there is always pressure on you when you win a championship. There is always teams that certainly want to beat you. We are the reigning champions - listen, we've had that for four years since I've been here. Every team wants to always beat the LA Galaxy because we are one of the best teams and we've proven that with three championships in four years. But that's something that the players should be excited about, should be looking forward to because this is why we play the game."

SOUNDBITE: (English), Bruce Arena, LA Galaxy:

"First objective is to win our opening game but we traditionally play well at home, as to all teams. All teams are usually at their best at home so we've got to maintain that strength at home and play well and attack teams and place them on their heels."