Archive · 7 Jun 2025
David Beckham To Receive Knighthood by King Charles III
David Beckham, a famous soccer player, is reportedly going to be knighted by King Charles III.
This means he'll become "Sir David."
The news comes after a successful career in soccer and his work with charities, like UNICEF, for two decades.
Beckham played for Manchester United, Real Madrid, and other teams.
He also captained the England national team.
The honor is also in recognition of his contributions to British society.
His wife, Victoria Beckham, will become "Lady Beckham."
The knighthood recognizes Beckham's achievements and follows other honors, such as his OBE award in 2003.
If confirmed, Beckham would join other knighted soccer legends.
David Beckham is set to receive a knighthood from King Charles III.
The knighthood will make him "Sir David," and his wife will become "Lady Beckham."
Beckham previously received an OBE in 2003 for services to soccer.
He is an ambassador for the U.N. children’s fund and The King’s Foundation.
Beckham is the only English soccer player to score at three different World Cups.
- Who
- David Beckham
- What
- Is to receive a knighthood
- When
- Next week's honors list
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Why
- Recognition of his soccer career and contributions to British society.
- Knighted As
- Sir David Beckham
- Wife's Title
- Lady Beckham
- Previous Honor
- OBE (2003)
- Soccer Career
- Manchester United, Real Madrid, etc.
- England Caps
- 115 appearances
- England Captain
- 59 occasions
- Ambassador for
- The King’s Foundation and UNICEF