The 2011 MLS Cup was held on November 20, 2011, at the Home Depot Center (now Dignity Health Sports Park) in Carson, California. The Los Angeles Galaxy defeated the Houston Dynamo 1-0 in the championship match, with Landon Donovan scoring the decisive goal in the 72nd minute.
This victory marked the Galaxy's third MLS Cup title and their first since 2005. The match was notable for being David Beckham's final MLS Cup appearance with the Galaxy, as he had announced his intention to leave the club after the season. The Galaxy's championship run was also significant as they had finished the regular season as the top seed in the Western Conference with the Supporters' Shield.
The 2011 MLS Cup final drew significant attention due to the star power of both teams, with the Galaxy featuring Beckham, Donovan, and Robbie Keane, while Houston was led by Brad Davis and Brian Ching. The victory capped off a successful season for the Galaxy and provided a fitting end to Beckham's MLS career.