Before the exhibition between two celebrity football sides on the hallowed grounds of Victoria Street, descenders could hear the strains of a song by the Clash (rest in peace, Joe Strummer) called "The Magnificent Seven." Whoever thought (not this columnist, no sirree) that it would be the omen that it was?

That's right, readers on Bleacher Report: Edson Buddle of the Los Angeles Galaxy has set a new record in Major League Soccer with the most consecutive goals to start a season with seven, smashing the previous record set by "El Pescadito" himself—Carlos Ruiz—of six in 2002. A 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake not only saw well-deserved redemption, but history to go with it.

And it's a combo that's in the same league as the Buddlevan Connection. The 12th minute was the Connection introducing itself. Donovan corner, timed in the right position for Buddle to knock it past RSL goalkeeper Nick Rimando. It's FIFA 10-replicable.

What I couldn't understand is the Galaxy not able to consolidate and finish off the delivery. People, the Galaxy had nine corners compared to three for Real Salt Lake...and only one goal to account for it. With this many chances to invoke the connection, the Buddle should be within striking distance of his jersey number in terms of goals.

Credit must not only be given to the goalkeeping prowess of Rimando and Galaxy netminder Donovan Ricketts, but the woodwork.

I was wondering why Alvaro Saborio was the next to be cursed by the pitch here at the HDC. I extend my mea culpa to you all for overestimating his ability.

And bless Will Johnson's heart; his opportunities to be the hero for the defending MLS Cup champs never materialized. I shouldn't forget Robbie Findley hitting snake eyes either. The right post extended its greetings in the 65th.

But back to Buddle. I have come to this conclusion: either Bob's loss (that is, Buddle not being called up) is Bruce's gain (rack up the points in the West standings with ease, G's), or Bruce's loss (too hard to pass up, commence depth-testing, Mr. Almighty!) is Bob's gain (the scoring hopes for the MNT take a big jump, not just across the Atlantic).

And at least I can sleep well knowing that finally, Juninho is doing something right for once. A guest star tonight on the Buddlevan Connection, he was finally able to tap a through ball to the man with the golden touch. Please let this be a sign of things to come, good sir. Make it a habit.

Today, I integrate the power of counting in some ins and outs from this match:

Chicken Thief No. 1: Kyle Beckerman

Captain Kyle Beckerman of Real Salt Lake took the Galaxy to school. His equalizer in the 41st was a stellar example of how to finish with the ball at your feet like a serendipity doo-dah.

After the first successful corner by Donovan and Buddle, the Galaxy have struggled to reprise their chances until Juninho's assist late in the second half. But the first chicken thief of the 2010 home season for the Galaxy is Beckerman.

By the way, I got this idea from the Pollo Campero shutout promotion. Fans got coupons to the restaurant during the first two home ties, which were the first couple of clean sheets for Ricketts. Campero Crew, I got a red alert for you guys: be on the lookout for a certain Sebastien Le Toux come May Day. You've been warned...

Speaking of two, I have come up with...

Two theories As to Why There Were More Than 20,000 at the Home Depot Center

Theory No. 1: The revenge factor was too hard to pass up, resulting in 20,000 plus leaving satisfied by Geiger's final whistle.

Theory No. 2: A promotion by the team stated that if the Galaxy defeated New England and Chivas USA, they get free admission to the Real Salt Lake game at no cost. Hence, two times ten thousand and change of humanity filling the seats. End of theories.

Of course, there was a match before the main event that saw a two-goal cushion prove all the difference.

Three's a Breeze for the Brits

Saturday was the culmination of Brit Week, and a match between two teams: "The Brits" and "The World" took place before the match between Real Salt Lake and the Galaxy.

Mark Rogandino isn't too bad a goalkeeper himself. Slow pace compared to the match, as I expected. I think Cobi Jones showed some of his flash from his days playing for the G's in this one.

Meanwhile, the countdown to Landon's imminent number retirement continues. By the way, the Brits won, 3-1.

I'm telling you straight-up: A unified Great Britain team of all four Home Associations will medal at London 2012. I can sense it.

I did want to sneak it one more outside of the match for good measure...

Four straight defeats for DC?

No explanation is needed for the continuing plight of the only winless team in the league after four rounds.

In fact, I don't even believe Curt Onalfo can manage a high school team, let alone a team in MLS. Guess what will surprise me here? Less than 4,000 punters calling for him being sacked early this season.

All right, this many may not be realistic, but you never know.

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