Video Of The Week - Soccer Superstar David Beckham Retires

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With his runway model-like looks and incredible soccer skills, David Beckham stole the hearts of millions of fans all over the world. On Saturday, May 18th, the 38-year old brought down the curtain on his 20-year professional soccer career with one final game as honorary captain of the Paris St. Germain (PSG) team.

As usual, David who played until half-time, did not disappoint. The midfielder made a number of his trademark 50-yard passes around the pitch and even assisted in a goal from the corner, helping PSG get to 3-0 before half-time. Then with tears flowing freely, an emotional Beckham waved his farewell to a cheering crowd of fans who gave him the standing ovation he so deserved.

Beckham entered the soccer scene in 1992 at the age of 17 as a midfielder for Manchester United, before rising to become captain of England's International team.

He led the team in over 50 games including, numerous World Cup matches. In addition to playing for Manchester United and England, he also played for Real Madrid, LA Galaxy and most recently, the Paris St. Germain.

So what's next for this superstar? If rumors are to be believed, establishing a new Major League Soccer team right here, in the US!

Resources: npr.org,si,com,dailymail.co.uk

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240 Comments
  • Fortnite almost 6 years
    Amazing
    • Arvindalmost 6 years
      Beckham is great I can never imagine how overpowered United would be with Beckham there. He is a legend and he will never be forgotten ever in United. May United always be with him. I respect him.
      • Bulb the tubover 6 years
        David Beckham is great I love him he is a great player and man he deserves all the respect and I just love him #needsrespect#👍👍👍
        • black pantherover 6 years
          i am awsome
          • David Beckhamover 6 years
            Man am I awesome or what
            • DrewSavageover 6 years
              He's lit at soccer man
              • random personover 6 years
                i looove beckham
                • Echoshotz copyalmost 7 years
                  David Beckham left not even sad bro
                  • Echoshotzalmost 7 years
                    That was 😔 we will honour him👏👏👏
                    • brookedesteuben
                      brookedesteubenabout 7 years
                      So cool doing a news report n it