David Beckham

Overview

David Robert Joseph Beckham, born on 2 May 1975, is a renowned English former professional footballer, businessman, and current president and co-owner of Inter Miami CF, as well as co-owner of Salford City. His illustrious career is marked by numerous accolades, memorable performances, and a global impact on the sport. Here is a timeline highlighting some of the most significant events and milestones in his life and career.

Main Milestones

Birth

2 May 1975

David Beckham was born at Whipps Cross University Hospital in London, England, to Ted and Sandra Georgina West. His maternal grandfather was Jewish, and Beckham has described himself as 'half-Jewish'.

Professional Debut at Manchester United

1992

Beckham made his first-team debut for Manchester United at the age of 17. During his time at Manchester United, he emerged as one of the club's most promising talents and won numerous domestic and international titles, including six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, and the UEFA Champions League in 1999.

International Career with England

1996-2009

Beckham made his England debut on 1 September 1996 and went on to earn 115 caps, including appearances at three FIFA World Cups and two UEFA European Championships. He was captain of the England team for six years and held the England appearance record for an outfield player until 2016.

Treble Season with Manchester United

1999

Beckham was part of the Manchester United team that achieved the historic treble of the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League in the 1998-99 season. His crucial assists in the Champions League final against Bayern Munich were pivotal in securing the treble.

Transfer to Real Madrid

2003

Beckham signed a four-year contract with Real Madrid, becoming the highest-paid footballer in the world at that time. During his tenure, he played alongside other football greats like Zinedine Zidane and Ronaldo and won the La Liga championship in his final season with the club.

Career with LA Galaxy

2007-2012

Beckham joined LA Galaxy in Major League Soccer (MLS) and spent two loan spells with AC Milan in Italy. He won two MLS Cup victories with LA Galaxy in 2011 and 2012.

Final Season with Paris Saint-Germain

2012-2013

Beckham played for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1 until the end of the 2012/13 season. After this season, he announced his retirement from professional football.

Ownership of Inter Miami CF

2014

MLS announced that Beckham and a group of investors would own Inter Miami CF, a new MLS team that began playing in 2020. Beckham is the president and co-owner of the club.

UNICEF Ambassador

2005

Beckham became a UNICEF ambassador in January 2005 and has since been involved in various charitable initiatives, including the launch of "7: The David Beckham UNICEF Fund" in 2015.

Honored with OBE

June 2003

Beckham was awarded an Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Queen Elizabeth II in recognition of his services to football.