Bale makes MLS debut in LAFC's 2-1 victory at Nashville

Goals from Cristian Arango and Jose Cifuentes either side of a penalty by Nashville's Hany Mukhtar put LAFC 2-1 up before prized acquisition Bale, a five-time UEFA Champions League winner, came on in the 72nd minute. Even though LAFC were on the road, the former Real Madrid and Tottenham superstar was cheered by a sell-out crowd at Geodis Park, which included a vocal contingent of LAFC fans.

"I was itching, soon as I got on the bench I wanted to get off and help the team, play some minutes," Bale said. "Important also for me individually that I kind of get my fitness going. Good to get some minutes and more importantly got the three points -- yeah we're all happy."

It was Bale's first competitive club match since April 9. Since then Bale has helped Wales earn their first World Cup berth since 1958.