David Beckham (English Former Footballer) Biography

David Beckham is an English football player who played professionally in the past. He is considered to be one of the most famous and iconic players of his time. Born in London on May 2, 1975, Beckham became well-known throughout the world for his remarkable soccer abilities, affable demeanor, and impactful manner both on and off the field. He represented the England national team and played for elite teams like Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan, and Paris Saint-Germain during his brilliant career. Beckham’s impact goes beyond his athletic accomplishments because he has established himself as a prosperous businessman, model, and public figure in addition to serving as a worldwide ambassador for football and other philanthropic causes.

David Beckham Biography

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Family and Marriage Details

Children

Parents

Sibling

Education Details

Football

Social Media Details

Other Details

Childhood & Early Life

David Robert Joseph Beckham was born 2 May, 1975, in the Leytonstone area of London, England, to David Edward Alan Beckham and Sandra Georgina. His father worked as an appliance repairman, while his mother was a hairdresser. Beckham grew up along with his two sisters.

David Beckham studied at Chase Lane Primary School as a child and then went on to study at the Chingford County High School. However, throughout his childhood Beckham was more interested in football and used to play for a local team known as Ridgeway Rovers.

David Beckham went for trials at several clubs like Norwich City and Leyton Orient before attending the school of excellence at Tottenham Hotspur football club. He played for the Brimsdown Rovers team as well and excelled during his stint there. However, his life truly changed when he was accepted into the Youth Training Scheme at Manchester United in 1991.

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Career

• David Beckham became a part of the legendary ‘Class of ‘92’ youth players at Manchester United as he helped the club win the FA Youth Cup. In 1992 Beckham made his debut for the senior team and in the January of the following year he signed his first professional contract with Manchester United.
• After a season on loan at Preston North End, he returned to Manchester United and slotted into the side as the right sided attacking midfielder in 1995. Next year he helped Manchester United do the Premier League and FA Cup double as manager Sir Alex Ferguson’s faith in the youth players paid off. He also made his international debut for England the same year.
• He became an integral part of the Manchester United side of the mid to late 1990s that dominated English football and in 1999 he helped the team win ‘the treble’ (the Premier League, the FA CUP and the UEFA Champions League). Beckham became one of the world’s foremost midfielders during the time and during an eight year stint at Manchester United senior he scored goals in 262 games and won 6 Premier League medals.
• In 1998, David Beckham played for England in the World Cup in France and scored one goal in the group game against Columbia. However, the World Cup ended in tears for Beckham as he was sent off in the round of 16 game and England were ousted from the tournament in penalties. Beckham was lambasted by fans and the media alike. The abuse from fans continued in European Championships in 2000 as England was eliminated in the first round.
• Beckham became the captain of the England national team in 2000 and scored a last gasp equaliser in a World Cup qualifier against Greece to send England into the main tournament. He scored the winning penalty in the game against Argentina in the World Cup held in Japan and South Korea but England were eliminated in the quarters finals. At the European Championships, Beckham missed a vital penalty in the penalty shootout as England were eliminated by Portugal.
• In 2003, David Beckham moved to Spanish giants Real Madrid after a tug of war with the other big club in Spain, FC Barcelona. Beckham became a member of the ‘Galacticos’ at Real Madrid as he teamed up with some of the best players in the world such as Ronaldo, Luis Figo, Zinedine Zidane and Roberto Carlos to form a legendary team. He played for Real Madrid for four years and scored 13 goals.
• David Beckham played in his last World Cup in 2006 in Germany and scored a free kick in the round of 16 game against Ecuador to propel England to the quarter finals; in which they lost to Portugal and were knocked out. Beckham played for England in 117 games and scored 17 goals.
• In 2007, David Beckham moved to the Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy based in Los Angeles and played for the team for five seasons. During those five years he also spent some time on loan at AC Milan; which led to complaints from the club’s fans. He scored 18 goals in 98 games for LA Galaxy.
• In 2013, David Beckham moved to French side Paris Saint-Germain. It was a five month contract and all his wages went to charity. He retired from professional football at the end of that season. The following year Beckham bought an MLS expansion team for $25 million.

Achievements

• David Beckham has won a number of trophies throughout his career as one of the world’s foremost midfielders of his time and his most important achievement is the fact that he played a vital role in Manchester United’s run to win treble in 1998-99.

Personal Life & Legacy

• After being in a relationship with Spice Girls member Victoria Adams, also known as ‘Posh Spice’ for two years; David Beckham got married to her on 4 July, 1999. They have 4 children; the first three being sons named Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz and the youngest is a daughter named Harper Seven.
• According to the now defunct tabloid ‘News of the World’, David Beckham had an affair with her PA Rebecca Loos and model Sarah Marbeck. Beckham denied everything.

David Beckham Net Worth

While David’s personal net worth stands at around $450 million, Victoria’s is estimated at approximately $70 million. Victoria Beckham, formerly a Spice Girl, has transitioned into a fashion icon.

Quick Facts about David Beckham

David Robert Joseph Beckham, more often known as David Beckham, is a former football player born in Leytonstone, east London, England, on May 2, 1975. He began his playing career at Manchester United, later making a sensational move to Real Madrid before embarking on a shocking adventure in the United States to play for Major League Soccer franchise Los Angeles Galaxy. The Englishman also donned the uniforms of Serie A giants AC Milan and French side Paris Saint-Germain.

Married to singer Victoria Adams, who rose to stardom as ‘Posh Spice’ of the pop group The Spice Girls, Beckham has drawn media attention not only for his work on the soccer pitch but also for his lifestyle. The renowned couple have four children together: sons Brooklyn Joseph Peltz, Romeo James, Cruz, and daughter Harper Seven. The former midfielder also became a brand himself, earning millions from endorsements and other ventures. He is co-owner of MLS side Inter Miami.

• His real name is David Robert Joseph Beckham.
• He was born on May 2, 1975, in Leytonstone, London, England.
• He is the son of Ted Beckham and Sandra Georgina Beckham.
• His father was an appliance repairman and his mother was a hair stylist.

The story behind each of David Beckham’s iconic shirt numbers

• David Beckham speaks about his shirt number history
• Man Utd legend famously wore 7 at Old Trafford
• He later sported 23 & 32 jerseys for various clubs

David Beckham Wife

He has been married to Victoria Beckham since 1999 and they have four children.

Victoria Caroline Beckham OBE is an English fashion designer, singer, and television personality. She rose to prominence in the 1990s as a member of the girl group the Spice Girls, in which she was nicknamed Posh Spice.

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David Beckham’s Biggest Achievements

In addition to winning trophies with almost every team he played for (becoming the first English player to win league titles in four countries), Beckham has many other achievements.

• In 1997, he was named PFA Young Player of the Year.
• In 2002, he became famous in North America thanks to the film Bend It Like Beckham.
• In 2003, he was named the FA England Player of the Year.
• He was distinguished with the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2003 Queen’s Birthday Honors List for his services to English Football.
• He is married to former Spice Girls singer Victoria Beckham and is father to Brooklyn Beckham, Romeo Beckham, Cruz Beckham and Harper Beckham.