The once shy British boy David Beckham later on became one of the world's best football players, an iconic public figure, a top UK millionaire, and an influential personality. David Beckham's early soccer talent was evident, but in his early age, nobody could believe that a 20-year-old boy would be selected in one of UK's top football club-Manchester United-and brought the team various victories.
His father knew that his son could bring a miracle once he goes through continuous practice and overcome obstacles in his early age.
In his early years of playing football, young Beckham got a chance to attend a training session at FC Barcelona while attending the Bobby Charlton's football school. When Beckham's mother told that Manchester United wanted to try him, small scout Beckham stood and started crying because of happiness.
David Beckham is one of the most iconic athletes who also became one of the world's most popular brand endorsers. He was the captain of England national team from 1998 to 2009 and led England through difficult times in several FIFA world cup events. He also played as midfielder in Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan, and Los Angeles Galaxy.
David Beckham was born in Leytonstone, East London to a hairdresser mother named Sandra West and kitchen fitter father, Ted Beckham. Beckham came from a Jewish family, a religion he has been practicing throughout his entire life. This British Footballer sports a tattoo proclaiming his religion, which he hides during games by wearing a full-sleeved shirt as a show of respect to players who might have different beliefs.
It was a bright day on July 08, 1991 when 16-year-old Beckham moved from his home to join the training division of European top club Manchester United. Beckham focused on his free kicks, corner and penalty kicks, and important tackles. Beckham joined Manchester United in 1993. He was voted as young player of soccer world in 1997. In March 1997, he met Victoria. Once during an interview, Victoria was shown Beckham's photo, to which she coolly remarked, "Gorgeous."
In 1992 at 17 years old, David Beckham started his professional career by joining the Manchester United. In the Manchester United, Beckham won 2 FA cups. He also won UEFA Champions League in 1999 and Premier League 6 times.
Beckham appeared in England national team for the first time in 1996. He was only 21 years old when he joined the England football team. He was then selected as captain of England team in 2000, until the 2006 FIFA World Cup. He played a total of 58 games as English captain during the time that he was a part of the England team on the FIFA World Cup. Beckham earned his 100th cap on March 26, 2008 in their game against France.
On January 24, 1998 Beckham proposed to Victoria at Rookery Hall Hotel in northwest England with a diamond ring worth $65,000 and she topped it with an $80,000 ring for Beckham.
On July 04, 1999, Beckham and Victoria married in Dublin, Ireland. It was a lavish marriage ceremony with 236 guests. The bride and groom had velvet thrones of gold plates and crown. The event coverage had an estimated cost of about $1.5 million for British Tabloid OK! And the total cost of the ceremony was at $800,000.
It was in 2001 when Beckham became the national hero again during a FIFA World Cup match. Also in FIFA World Cup 2002, England qualified in the finals only because of last minute free kick goal of Beckham while playing against Greece.
The year 2001 to 2002 was the best season for Manchester United player Beckham, wherein he scored 11 goals in 28 matches and scored a total of 16 goals in 42 Champion's Game.
However his injury during 2002 season weakened his relationship with Manchester United manager. Also in an incident during their game against Arsenal, Alex Ferguson threw a boot towards Beckham after the United's defeat from Arsenal causing Beckham to endure wounds on his eyes that resulted in several stitches.
In 2003, Beckham left Manchester United and joined the Spanish club, Real Madrid. During his four-year seasons in Real Madrid, he was the key player to win La Liga Championship for the team. He left Real Madrid in 2007 and joined Los Angeles Galaxy, one of Major League Soccer's clubs.
While in Real Madrid, Beckham had to wear no. 23 shirt although he was wearing No. 7 shirt in Manchester United because 7 was assigned to Real Madrid captain Raul. He also became the best marketing tool available during his tenure in Real Madrid.
In August 2003, Beckham won Spanish super cup for Real Madrid against RCD Mallorca. He scored the final goal and brought 3-0 goals for Real Madrid. Beckham didn't require more time to settle because of league stars Iker Casillas, Raul, Roberto Carlos, Luis Figo, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane. He scored five goals in his first 16 games for this Spanish club.
In 2004 while Beckham was playing for Real Madrid in Spain, an intruder along with petrol can entered his home. Security guards stopped him before he successfully blasted Beckham's home. During that time, their new coach, Jose Antonio Camacho, resigned after his three weeks of joining when Real Madrid moved to 8th position in La Liga. In 2004, the team moved to second league spot and finished their season as a runner-up.
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His father knew that his son could bring a miracle once he goes through continuous practice and overcome obstacles in his early age.
In his early years of playing football, young Beckham got a chance to attend a training session at FC Barcelona while attending the Bobby Charlton's football school. When Beckham's mother told that Manchester United wanted to try him, small scout Beckham stood and started crying because of happiness.
David Beckham is one of the most iconic athletes who also became one of the world's most popular brand endorsers. He was the captain of England national team from 1998 to 2009 and led England through difficult times in several FIFA world cup events. He also played as midfielder in Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan, and Los Angeles Galaxy.
David Beckham was born in Leytonstone, East London to a hairdresser mother named Sandra West and kitchen fitter father, Ted Beckham. Beckham came from a Jewish family, a religion he has been practicing throughout his entire life. This British Footballer sports a tattoo proclaiming his religion, which he hides during games by wearing a full-sleeved shirt as a show of respect to players who might have different beliefs.
It was a bright day on July 08, 1991 when 16-year-old Beckham moved from his home to join the training division of European top club Manchester United. Beckham focused on his free kicks, corner and penalty kicks, and important tackles. Beckham joined Manchester United in 1993. He was voted as young player of soccer world in 1997. In March 1997, he met Victoria. Once during an interview, Victoria was shown Beckham's photo, to which she coolly remarked, "Gorgeous."
In 1992 at 17 years old, David Beckham started his professional career by joining the Manchester United. In the Manchester United, Beckham won 2 FA cups. He also won UEFA Champions League in 1999 and Premier League 6 times.
Beckham appeared in England national team for the first time in 1996. He was only 21 years old when he joined the England football team. He was then selected as captain of England team in 2000, until the 2006 FIFA World Cup. He played a total of 58 games as English captain during the time that he was a part of the England team on the FIFA World Cup. Beckham earned his 100th cap on March 26, 2008 in their game against France.
On January 24, 1998 Beckham proposed to Victoria at Rookery Hall Hotel in northwest England with a diamond ring worth $65,000 and she topped it with an $80,000 ring for Beckham.
On July 04, 1999, Beckham and Victoria married in Dublin, Ireland. It was a lavish marriage ceremony with 236 guests. The bride and groom had velvet thrones of gold plates and crown. The event coverage had an estimated cost of about $1.5 million for British Tabloid OK! And the total cost of the ceremony was at $800,000.
It was in 2001 when Beckham became the national hero again during a FIFA World Cup match. Also in FIFA World Cup 2002, England qualified in the finals only because of last minute free kick goal of Beckham while playing against Greece.
The year 2001 to 2002 was the best season for Manchester United player Beckham, wherein he scored 11 goals in 28 matches and scored a total of 16 goals in 42 Champion's Game.
However his injury during 2002 season weakened his relationship with Manchester United manager. Also in an incident during their game against Arsenal, Alex Ferguson threw a boot towards Beckham after the United's defeat from Arsenal causing Beckham to endure wounds on his eyes that resulted in several stitches.
In 2003, Beckham left Manchester United and joined the Spanish club, Real Madrid. During his four-year seasons in Real Madrid, he was the key player to win La Liga Championship for the team. He left Real Madrid in 2007 and joined Los Angeles Galaxy, one of Major League Soccer's clubs.
While in Real Madrid, Beckham had to wear no. 23 shirt although he was wearing No. 7 shirt in Manchester United because 7 was assigned to Real Madrid captain Raul. He also became the best marketing tool available during his tenure in Real Madrid.
In August 2003, Beckham won Spanish super cup for Real Madrid against RCD Mallorca. He scored the final goal and brought 3-0 goals for Real Madrid. Beckham didn't require more time to settle because of league stars Iker Casillas, Raul, Roberto Carlos, Luis Figo, Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane. He scored five goals in his first 16 games for this Spanish club.
In 2004 while Beckham was playing for Real Madrid in Spain, an intruder along with petrol can entered his home. Security guards stopped him before he successfully blasted Beckham's home. During that time, their new coach, Jose Antonio Camacho, resigned after his three weeks of joining when Real Madrid moved to 8th position in La Liga. In 2004, the team moved to second league spot and finished their season as a runner-up.
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