David Beckham

thumb|David Beckham in 2007 David Robert Joseph Beckham OBE (born 2 May 1975) is an English former footballer, the president and co-owner of Inter Miami CF and co-owner of Salford City. Primarily a right midfielder and known for his range of passing, crossing ability and set-piece taking, Beckham is considered one of the best players of his generation and one of the greatest set-piece specialists of all time. He won 19 major trophies in his career, and is the only English player to have won a league title in four different countries: England, France, Spain, and the United States. Quotes Soccer is a magical game. As quoted in David Beckham Pays Tribute to Legendary Pelé (March 20, 2008), People (magazine) Tom Cruise, he’s a lot more famous than me. As quoted in BECKSWATCH: The countdown begins (October 22, 2010) by Amy Edwards, The Newcastle Herald Quotes about Beckham David was the last to really develop because of his physique. Although he grew to 6ft, he was small and thin as a young kid. Alex Ferguson quoted in "Ferguson on being 'terrified' by brain haemorrhage and 'fantastic' return to Man Utd", BBC Sport (October 2, 2026) I think that Beckham is an outstanding professional. He always gives his best both in training and when he is playing. Fabio Capello quoted in "England snub hurt Beckham, says Capello", The Independent (November 7, 2006). He inspired his team-mates through his performances, he was a winner. He was a leader, people followed him. Steve McClaren quoted in "David Beckham retires: 'He was a leader, people followed him'", The Guardian (May 16, 2013). External links Category:Soccer players from England Category:UNICEF goodwill ambassadors Category:Models from England Category:Bloggers from England Category:1975 births Category:Living people Category:People from London