Rise to Success: Career Highlights of David Beckham

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David Beckham

Discover the career path of David Beckham, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

David Beckham is a retired English professional footballer, now president and co-owner of Inter Miami CF and co-owner of Salford City. Renowned for his exceptional passing range, crossing accuracy, and set-piece expertise, he is widely regarded as one of the best players of his era and a set-piece specialist. Beckham notably secured 19 major trophies during his career, achieving the unique distinction of being the only English player to win league titles in four different countries: England, Spain, the United States, and France.

1989: No Major Trophy for United

In 1989, prior to Beckham's debut, Manchester United did not win a major trophy for the first time since this year.

July 1991: Youth Training Scheme Contract

On July 8, 1991, David Beckham signed a Youth Training Scheme contract with Manchester United.

July 1991: Signed as Trainee for Manchester United

On July 8, 1991, David Beckham signed for Manchester United as a trainee.

April 1992: FA Youth Cup Final Goal

On April 14, 1992, David Beckham scored Manchester United's second goal in their 3–1 first-leg win of the FA Youth Cup final against Crystal Palace.

May 1992: FA Youth Cup Win

In May 1992, Beckham was part of the Manchester United youth team that won the FA Youth Cup.

September 1992: First-Team Debut

In September 1992, David Beckham made his first-team debut for Manchester United as a substitute in a League Cup match against Brighton & Hove Albion.

1992: Manchester United Debut

In 1992, David Beckham made his first-team debut for Manchester United at the age of 17. He later contributed to the team's victory in the UEFA Champions League in 1999.

January 1993: Signed as Professional

In January 1993, shortly after his first-team debut, David Beckham signed as a professional for Manchester United.

May 1993: FA Youth Cup Final Loss

In May 1993, Beckham played in the FA Youth Cup final against Leeds United, where Manchester United lost 4–1 on aggregate.

September 1994: First Full Appearance

In September 1994, David Beckham made his first full appearance in Manchester United's first team against Port Vale in a League Cup fixture.

December 1994: UEFA Champions League Debut

On December 7, 1994, David Beckham made his UEFA Champions League debut, scoring a goal in a 4–0 victory at home to Galatasaray.

1994: Departure of Experienced Players

After the end of the 1994-95 season, experienced players like Paul Ince, Mark Hughes, and Andrei Kanchelskis left Manchester United.

1994: Loan to Preston North End

During the 1994-95 season, David Beckham was loaned to Preston North End to gain first-team experience.

April 1995: Premier League Debut for Manchester United

On April 2, 1995, David Beckham made his Premier League debut for Manchester United in a goalless draw against Leeds United.

August 1996: Spectacular Goal Against Wimbledon

On August 17, 1996, David Beckham scored a memorable goal against Wimbledon from the halfway line, elevating his profile significantly.

September 1996: Beckham's first appearance for England

On September 1, 1996, David Beckham made his debut for England in a FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Moldova.

September 1996: England Debut

On September 1, 1996, David Beckham made his debut for the England national football team at the age of 21.

1996: Euro 1996

Despite consistently performing well for Manchester United, David Beckham did not break into the England squad before Euro 1996.

1996: Automatic First-Choice Player

During the 1996-97 season, David Beckham became an automatic first-choice player at Manchester United, contributing to their Premier League title win.

1996: Half-way Line Goal Against Wimbledon

In 1996, David Beckham scored a goal from the half-way line against Wimbledon at Selhurst Park.

June 1997: Beckham participates in Tournoi de France

In June 1997, Beckham participated in the Tournoi de France, a friendly international football tournament held in France as a warm-up to the 1998 FIFA World Cup.

1997: Endorsement Deal with Brylcreem

In 1997, David Beckham secured an endorsement deal worth £4 million with the British hair styling brand Brylcreem, leading to his appearance in UK commercials.

1998: Red Card in 1998 World Cup

During the 1998 World Cup, David Beckham received a red card after kicking out at Argentina's Diego Simeone, who had fouled him.

1998: Beckham at the 1998 FIFA World Cup

In 1998, Beckham played in all of England's qualifying matches for the FIFA World Cup and was part of the squad for the finals in France. He scored his first goal for England in the third game against Colombia, a bending 30-yard free kick, securing a 2–0 victory.

1998: FIFA World Cup Appearance

In 1998, David Beckham appeared at the FIFA World Cup representing England.

1998: World Cup Sending Off

In the 1998-99 season, there was speculation that criticism after being sent off in the World Cup would lead to David Beckham leaving England.

1998: Rebuilding Reputation after World Cup

Victoria Beckham praised David in 2008, for rebuilding his reputation after the 1998 World Cup.

1999: UEFA Champions League Win

In 1999, Beckham contributed to Manchester United's victory in the UEFA Champions League, which was part of their treble-winning season.

1999: UEFA Champions League Final Performance

In 1999, David Beckham played in central midfield in Manchester United's win over Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League Final and finished runner up to Rivaldo for European Footballer of the Year and FIFA World Player of the Year awards.

1999: Talk of transfer to Juventus

In 1999, there was speculation about David Beckham potentially transferring to Juventus in Italy, but the transfer never materialized.

January 2000: Red Card in FIFA Club World Championship

On 6 January 2000, David Beckham received his only red card with Manchester United in the 2000 FIFA Club World Championship against Necaxa.

November 2000: Beckham promoted to England team captain

On November 15, 2000, David Beckham was promoted to team captain for England, initially by caretaker manager Peter Taylor, following Kevin Keegan's resignation. He retained the role under new manager Sven-Göran Eriksson.

2000: UEFA European Championship Appearance

In 2000, David Beckham appeared in the UEFA European Championship representing England.

2000: Premier League Title Retention

In 2000, David Beckham helped Manchester United retain the Premier League title with an 18-point lead, after competition from Arsenal and Leeds United.

2000: Key player in United's third successive league title

In 2000, David Beckham was a key player in Manchester United's third successive league title, scoring nine Premier League goals and providing 12 assists.

October 2001: Beckham helps England qualify for 2002 FIFA World Cup

In October 2001, Beckham played a key role in England's qualification for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, particularly with a free-kick goal against Greece on October 6, 2001. He was voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year for 2001.

2001: One of Beckham's best seasons

The 2001 season was one of Beckham's best, scoring 16 goals in all competitions.

April 2002: Injury During Champions League Match

On April 10, 2002, David Beckham suffered a broken metatarsal in his left foot during a Champions League match against Deportivo de La Coruña, sparking media speculation about foul play due to the upcoming England-Argentina World Cup match.

2002: Beckham at the 2002 World Cup

During the 2002 World Cup, Beckham played in the first match against Sweden. He scored the winning goal against Argentina with a penalty. England was later knocked out by Brazil in the quarter-finals.

2002: Beckham escorts Kirsty Howard at Commonwealth Games

In 2002, Beckham escorted Kirsty Howard at the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in Manchester, where she presented the Jubilee Baton to the Queen.

2002: FIFA World Cup Appearance

In 2002, David Beckham played at the FIFA World Cup representing England.

2002: Loss of place in Manchester United team

In 2002, following an early season injury, David Beckham was unable to regain his place in the Manchester United team, due to the rise of Ole Gunnar Solskjær.

2002: MLS Supporters' Shield Win

On 24 October 2010, the Galaxy secured their first MLS Supporters' Shield since 2002.

July 2003: Far East tour with Real Madrid

In late July 2003, Real Madrid, including new signing David Beckham, toured the Far East as part of pre-season training, which was also an opportunity to leverage Beckham's marketing appeal in Asia.

July 2003: Completed Transfer to Real Madrid

On July 1, 2003, David Beckham's transfer to Real Madrid was formally completed, making him the third Englishman to play for the club. On July 2, he was unveiled and handed the number 23 shirt, in honor of Michael Jordan.

August 2003: Spanish Super Cup Win

In late-August 2003, Real Madrid won the Spanish Super Cup against Mallorca, with David Beckham scoring the final goal in the return leg, marking a successful start to his Real Madrid career.

2003: Lifetime Contract with Adidas

In 2003, David Beckham signed a US$160 million lifetime contract with Adidas, continuing to earn percentages of profits on his branded Adidas products.

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2003: Departure from Manchester United

In February 2010, Beckham played against Manchester United for the first time since his departure from the club in 2003.

2003: Transfer to Real Madrid

In the summer of 2003, David Beckham joined Real Madrid for €37 million on a four-year contract, after Manchester United appeared keen to sell him to Barcelona.

January 2004: Red Card in Copa del Rey Match

On 21 January 2004, while playing for Real Madrid, David Beckham received a red card in a Copa del Rey match against Valencia in Madrid.

October 2004: Intentional Foul and Sending Off

In October 2004, David Beckham admitted to intentionally fouling Ben Thatcher in an England match to get booked and serve a suspension during a match he would miss due to injury. He was later sent off in a Real Madrid match against Valencia, though the suspension was cancelled on appeal.

2004: Beckham at Euro 2004

During Euro 2004, Beckham played in all of England's matches. He missed penalties against France and Portugal, contributing to England's quarter-final exit.

2004: UEFA European Championship Appearance

In 2004, David Beckham participated in the UEFA European Championship with England.

2004: Adidas Television Commercial "Kicking It"

In 2004, David Beckham's Adidas television commercial "Kicking It", featuring Jonny Wilkinson, was voted among the best British commercials of the year.

2004: Dismissal of García Remón

In 2004, Mariano García Remón was dismissed as head coach of Real Madrid, and Vanderlei Luxemburgo became the new head coach.

October 2005: Beckham sent off against Austria

In October 2005, Beckham was sent off during a match against Austria, making him the first England captain to be sent off and the first player to be sent off twice for England.

October 2005: Second Red Card for England

On 8 October 2005, David Beckham received his second red card for England in a 2006 World Cup qualifier against Austria in Manchester.

December 2005: Third Sending Off of the Season

On December 3, 2005, David Beckham was sent off for the third time that season in a league match against Getafe. The following day, Luxemburgo was sacked and replaced by Juan Ramón López Caro.

2005: UNICEF Ambassador

In 2005, David Beckham became a UNICEF ambassador.

2005: Founded David Beckham Academy

In 2005, David Beckham founded the David Beckham Academy football school, operating in London and Los Angeles.

2005: Travels to Singapore for Olympics Bid

In 2005, David Beckham travelled with the British delegation to Singapore for the host city selection, playing a critical part in bringing the Olympics to London in 2012.

2005: Real Madrid finished second to Barcelona

Real Madrid finished second to Barcelona in the 2005 La Liga.

January 2006: Pérez resignation

In January 2006, Pérez resigned as president, with Vicente Boluda named as replacement on an interim basis until the end of the season.

June 2006: Beckham at the 2006 World Cup

In June 2006, during England's World Cup matches, Beckham's free kick led to an own-goal against Paraguay, and he provided assists against Trinidad and Tobago. He was named Man of the Match for the game against Trinidad and Tobago.

August 2006: Beckham dropped from England squad

On August 11, 2006, Beckham was dropped from the England national team by new coach Steve McClaren, who cited a desire to go in a 'different direction' with the team.

2006: World Cup Qualifier

David Beckham received his second red card for England on 8 October 2005 in a 2006 World Cup qualifier against Austria in Manchester.

2006: FIFA World Cup Appearance

In 2006, David Beckham participated in his third FIFA World Cup with England.

2006: Beckham's return as captain since the 2006 World Cup

In 2006, June 1, 2008 marked Beckham's return as captain since the 2006 World Cup, and his dramatic turnaround from being dropped completely from the England squad to being reinstated as England captain.

2006: Legs Insured for £100m

In 2006, Lloyd's of London insured David Beckham's legs for £100 million.

2006: Ramón Calderón becomes the new Real president

In the summer 2006 off-season marked a turbulent time as the club's presidential elections were held. Ramón Calderón became the new Real president.

January 2007: Announcement of Joining LA Galaxy

In January 2007, it was confirmed that Beckham would leave Real Madrid after six months to join the LA Galaxy in Major League Soccer (MLS). The announcement ended speculation about his contract in Madrid, and an official press conference was held in conjunction with the 2007 MLS SuperDraft.

January 2007: Announcement of Beckham's departure

On January 10, 2007, Real Madrid's sporting director Predrag Mijatović announced that Beckham would not remain at Real Madrid after the end of the season.

January 2007: Signing with LA Galaxy

On January 11, 2007, David Beckham announced that he had signed a five-year deal to play for the LA Galaxy, beginning July 1, 2007. Fabio Capello stated that Beckham had played his last game for Real Madrid.

February 2007: Return to Real Madrid team

Around February 2007, Fabio Capello allowed Beckham to rejoin the Real Madrid team, and he scored the equalising goal in the match against Real Sociedad on February 10, 2007.

March 2007: Champions League Appearance

On March 7, 2007, Real Madrid was knocked out of the UEFA Champions League by Bayern Munich at the round-of-16 stage. Beckham played a pivotal role in all three Madrid goals in the home game.

May 2007: Beckham recalled to England squad

On May 26, 2007, Beckham was recalled to the England squad by Steve McClaren. He played against Brazil and provided an assist.

June 2007: Final Match for Real Madrid & La Liga Title Win

On 17 June 2007, Beckham played his final match for Real Madrid, a 3–1 victory over Mallorca which secured the La Liga title. Beckham left the field due to injury and was replaced by José Antonio Reyes, who scored two goals. Real Madrid won their first La Liga title since Beckham joined and their 30th overall, finishing with a superior head-to-head record over Barcelona. Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes were in attendance.

July 2007: Signing with LA Galaxy

In July 2007, Beckham signed a five-year contract with LA Galaxy of Major League Soccer, which was considered a historic transfer for football in America.

July 2007: Arrival in Los Angeles

In July 2007, David and Victoria Beckham arrived in Los Angeles, attracting significant media attention. Victoria appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and a welcoming party was held at the Museum of Contemporary Art with A-list celebrities attending.

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August 2007: Beckham plays for England while with a non-European club

On August 22, 2007, Beckham played in a friendly for England against Germany, becoming the first to play for England while with a non-European club team.

November 2007: Beckham earns 99th cap against Croatia

On November 21, 2007, Beckham earned his 99th cap against Croatia, assisting Peter Crouch to tie the game at 2–2.

2007: Alex Ferguson Speculates on Beckham's Celebrity Status

In 2007, Alex Ferguson speculated that David Beckham's increasing celebrity status, particularly after his relationship with Victoria, had a negative impact on his playing career.

2007: Option to Buy MLS Expansion Team

In 2007, David Beckham received an option as part of his contract with LA Galaxy to buy a MLS expansion team for US$25 million.

2007: Praised for Professionalism by Real Madrid

In early 2007, despite strained relations with management, Real Madrid president Ramón Calderón and manager Fabio Capello praised David Beckham for maintaining his professionalism and commitment to the club.

January 2008: Training with Arsenal

From 4 January 2008, Beckham trained with Arsenal for three weeks before returning to the LA Galaxy for pre-season training.

March 2008: Beckham wins 100th cap

On March 20, 2008, Beckham was recalled to the England squad and earned his 100th cap in the friendly against France on March 26, 2008, becoming only the fifth Englishman to reach this milestone. Capello hinted at a long-term future for Beckham in the team.

May 2008: Galaxy's Winning Record

On 24 May 2008, the Galaxy defeated the Kansas City Wizards 3–1, achieving their first winning record in two years and moving into first place in the Western Conference. Beckham scored an empty-net goal from 70 yards.

May 2008: Beckham honored for 100th cap

On May 11, 2008, Beckham was included in the England squad to face the United States on May 28, before playing against Trinidad and Tobago on June 1. Beckham received an honorary gold cap from Bobby Charlton before the game against the United States and assisted John Terry's match-winning goal.

June 2008: Beckham captains England against Trinidad and Tobago

On June 1, 2008, Capello made Beckham the captain for England's friendly against Trinidad and Tobago. This marked Beckham's return as captain since the 2006 World Cup.

October 2008: AC Milan Loan Announcement

On 30 October 2008, AC Milan announced that Beckham would join them on loan from 7 January 2009, sparking speculation about a potential return to Europe to maintain fitness for the World Cup qualifying matches. Beckham stated that he intended to return to the Galaxy for the 2009 season.

December 2008: Unveiling at AC Milan

On 20 December 2008, Beckham was unveiled at Milan's training facility, choosing the number 32 shirt. On 21 December 2008, he was introduced to the home fans at the San Siro before the league match versus Udinese.

2008: Beijing Olympics Handover Segment

At the 2008 Beijing Olympics closing ceremony, David Beckham, Jimmy Page, and Leona Lewis represented Britain during the handover segment for the 2012 Olympics.

2008: Beckham's desire to continue playing for England

In 2008, Beckham stated his desire to continue playing for England after his move to Major League Soccer.

2008: England fails to qualify for Euro 2008 Finals

In 2008, England failed to qualify for the Euro 2008 Finals. Despite this, Beckham expressed his desire to continue playing for the national team.

January 2009: Loan to AC Milan

In January 2009, Beckham was set to join AC Milan on loan to retain match fitness for the World Cup qualifying matches.

January 2009: Competitive Debut for AC Milan

On 11 January 2009, Beckham made his competitive debut for AC Milan in a Serie A match against Roma, playing 89 minutes in a 2–2 draw. He played his first home debut against Fiorentina a week later.

February 2009: Beckham equals Bobby Moore's record

On February 11, 2009, Beckham equaled Bobby Moore's record of 108 caps for an English outfield player, coming on as a substitute against Spain.

March 2009: Beckham surpasses Moore's record

On March 28, 2009, Beckham surpassed Bobby Moore's record to hold the record outright at 109 caps when he came on as a substitute against Slovakia, providing an assist for a goal from Wayne Rooney.

August 2009: Red Card with LA Galaxy

On 15 August 2009, David Beckham received his only red card with LA Galaxy in a 2–0 home defeat to the Seattle Sounders in MLS.

October 2009: Beckham's last game for England before injury

On October 14, 2009, Beckham's last game for England before injury had been on October 14, 2009 as a substitute in England's last World Cup qualifying game, which ended England 3–0 Belarus.

November 2009: Second Loan to AC Milan Confirmed

In November 2009, it was confirmed that Beckham would return to AC Milan for a second loan period, starting in January 2010, after the end of the 2009 MLS season.

November 2009: MLS Cup Final Loss

On 22 November 2009, the LA Galaxy, with Beckham as a key player, lost the MLS Cup final to Real Salt Lake in a penalty shoot-out after a 1–1 draw. Beckham scored in the shootout.

2009: Opt-Out Clause in MLS Contract

Beckham's contract with the MLS included an opt-out clause after the 2009 season, allowing him to leave the club after completing the third year of his five-year contract, should he choose to do so.

2009: Launch of Malaria No More UK

In 2009, David Beckham is a founding member of the Malaria No More UK Leadership Council and helped launch the charity with Andy Murray at Wembley Stadium.

2009: End of PepsiCo Collaboration

In 2009, David Beckham's 10-year collaboration with PepsiCo expired.

2009: Loan Spell with AC Milan

In 2009, while playing for LA Galaxy, Beckham had a loan spell in Italy with AC Milan.

2009: Extension of Loan

In March 2009, Beckham's loan to AC Milan was extended through mid-July, with a "timeshare" deal allowing him to return to LA Galaxy after that time for the remainder of the 2009 MLS season.

2009: Closure of David Beckham Academy

In late 2009, it was announced that both the London and Los Angeles locations of the David Beckham Academy would close.

January 2010: Winning Return to Milan

On 6 January 2010, Beckham made a winning return in a Milan shirt, playing 75 minutes of a 5–2 victory over Genoa.

February 2010: First Match Against Manchester United Since 2003

On 16 February 2010, Beckham played against Manchester United for the first time since he left the club in 2003. He played 76 minutes of the match at the San Siro, which ended 3–2 to Manchester United.

March 2010: Beckham ruled out of 2010 FIFA World Cup

In March 2010, Beckham suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon, ruling him out of selection for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

March 2010: Return to Old Trafford

On 10 March 2010, Beckham returned to Old Trafford for the second leg of the tie. He came on as a substitute in the 64th minute to a positive reception. After the match, he draped a green-and-gold scarf around his neck, a symbol of protest against club owner Malcolm Glazer.

May 2010: Visit to British Troops in Afghanistan

In May 2010, David Beckham visited Afghanistan to boost the morale of British troops fighting the Taliban insurgency. His appearance was believed to have prompted a Taliban attack on Kandahar airfield.

August 2010: Capello unveils new England team, Beckham's future uncertain

In August 2010, after England's poor performance at the World Cup, Fabio Capello unveiled a new team. Beckham was unavailable for selection and Capello indicated that he needed new players for the future, suggesting Beckham might be selected for one last friendly game.

September 2010: Return After Injury

On 11 September 2010, after recovering from his Achilles tendon injury, Beckham returned to the game as a substitute in the Galaxy's 3–1 win over Columbus Crew.

2010: Second Loan Spell with AC Milan

In 2010, Beckham had a second loan spell with AC Milan while still contracted to LA Galaxy. He also became the first British footballer to play 100 Champions League games this year.

2010: Capello hints at long-term future for Beckham in team

In March 2008, Capello hinted on March 25, 2008 that Beckham had a long-term future in his side, ahead of crucial qualifiers for the 2010 World Cup.

2010: Desire for Permanent Transfer to Milan

In order to sustain his England career through the 2010 World Cup, Beckham wanted a permanent transfer to Milan. Milan however failed to match Galaxy's valuation of Beckham.

February 2011: Training with Tottenham Hotspur

In February 2011, ahead of the 2011 MLS season, Beckham trained with Tottenham Hotspur. A potential loan move was blocked by the Galaxy.

November 2011: MLS Cup Victory

On 20 November 2011, Beckham won his fifth MLS season with the Galaxy and joined an elite group of players to have won league titles in three countries, as Los Angeles won their third MLS Cup against the Houston Dynamo.

December 2011: Expiration of Galaxy Contract

On 31 December 2011, Beckham's five-year contract with the LA Galaxy expired, but he stated his intent to continue playing.

2011: MLS Cup Win

In 2011, Beckham returned to LA Galaxy and won the MLS Cup.

January 2012: New Contract with LA Galaxy

On 18 January 2012, despite being linked with Paris Saint-Germain, the LA Galaxy announced that Beckham had signed a new two-year contract to remain in Los Angeles.

2012: Final Season with the Galaxy and MLS Cup Win

During the 2012 regular season, Beckham helped the Galaxy finish fourth in the Western Conference. The Galaxy won the MLS Cup for the second year in a row, defeating the Houston Dynamo 3-1. Beckham announced that the 2012 MLS Cup Final would be his final game with the Galaxy.

2012: Second MLS Cup Win

In 2012, Beckham secured his second MLS Cup title with LA Galaxy.

2012: Beckham named in Olympic provisional squad, not selected for final team

In 2012, Beckham was named in the provisional squad to represent the Great Britain Olympic football team at the 2012 Olympics but was not included in the final selection by manager Stuart Pearce.

2012: London Olympics Opening Ceremony

In 2012, David Beckham featured at the Summer Olympics opening ceremony in London, carrying the Olympic flame to the stadium by speedboat.

2012: Beckham's agent reiterates position

In August 2010, Beckham's agent released a statement reiterating Beckham's position that he had no desire to retire from international football, and would always make himself available for selection for England if fit and if needed, with euro 2012 coming.

January 2013: Beckham to undergo medical with Paris Saint-Germain

In January 2013, David Beckham was scheduled for a medical examination with Paris Saint-Germain ahead of a potential transfer to the Ligue 1 team.

February 2013: Beckham's PSG debut

On February 24, 2013, Beckham made his debut for PSG in a Ligue 1 match against Marseille, coming off the bench in the 76th minute, making him the 400th player in the club's history.

March 2013: Global Ambassador for Chinese Football

In March 2013, David Beckham was appointed as global ambassador for Chinese football to help improve the image of the game and raise its profile both in China and abroad.

April 2013: Red Card with Paris Saint-Germain

On 28 April 2013, David Beckham received one red card while at Paris Saint-Germain in a match against Evian.

May 2013: End of Playing Career

David Beckham's playing career ended in May 2013. During his playing career he generated an estimated £1 billion in shirt and boot sales.

May 2013: Retirement from Football

In May 2013, after a brief stint at Paris Saint-Germain, David Beckham officially retired from professional football, concluding his 20-year career.

May 2013: PSG wins Ligue 1 title

On May 12, 2013, Beckham secured a fourth top-flight title as PSG defeated Lyon 1-0 to win the Ligue 1 title.

May 2013: Beckham announces retirement

On May 16, 2013, Beckham announced his retirement from professional football at the end of the French football season. He played his final home game on May 18, 2013, against Brest, where he captained the team and assisted a goal. He was subbed off in the 79th minute, receiving a standing ovation.

July 2013: Advertisements for BSkyB

From 14 July 2013, David Beckham appeared in adverts for BSkyB, advertising their Sky Sports coverage via the Sky Go app.

2013: Donation of Salary to Children's Charities

In 2013, David Beckham donated all his £3.4 million salary from Paris Saint-Germain to two children's charities in France.

January 2014: Appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

In January 2014, David Beckham appeared on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon on NBC in the U.S.

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February 2014: Beckham Exercises Option to Buy MLS Expansion Team

On 5 February 2014, David Beckham exercised his option to buy a MLS expansion team for US$25 million, a right he received as part of his contract with the LA Galaxy in 2007.

November 2014: Design of Paddington Bear Statue

In November 2014, David Beckham designed a Paddington Bear statue, one of fifty created by various celebrities to raise funds for the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children.

2014: Ownership of Inter Miami Announced

In 2014, MLS announced that David Beckham and a group of investors would own Inter Miami.

2014: Rob Smyth on Beckham's Crossing Ability

In 2014, Rob Smyth of The Guardian called David Beckham "a great crosser and perhaps the greatest of all time," highlighting his dead-ball specialization and unique crossing technique.

2015: Ferguson Excludes Beckham from World Class Players List

In 2015, Alex Ferguson claimed he had only coached four world class players at United, excluding David Beckham from the list.

2015: Launch of 7: The David Beckham UNICEF Fund

In 2015, David Beckham launched 7: The David Beckham UNICEF Fund.

2016: Original Target Year for Team Debut

David Beckham's ownership group originally hoped the Miami-based MLS team would begin play in 2016 or 2017.

2016: Opposition to Brexit

During the 2016 EU referendum, David Beckham voiced his opposition to Brexit.

2017: Original Target Year for Team Debut

David Beckham's ownership group originally hoped the Miami-based MLS team would begin play in 2016 or 2017.

January 2018: MLS Approves Miami Team

In January 2018, MLS announced that David Beckham's Miami-based team had been approved, with play likely to begin in 2020.

May 2018: Ambassadorial President of the British Fashion Council

David Beckham was announced as the new Ambassadorial president of the British Fashion Council on 11 May 2018.

June 2018: Endorsement of the North American Bid for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Prior to the June 2018 vote by FIFA member nations for selecting the hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, David Beckham endorsed the North American bid (Canada, Mexico and the United States).

January 2019: Beckham to Join Salford City as Part Owner

In January 2019, it was announced that David Beckham was set to join his Class of '92 teammates as part owner of English non-league club Salford City, taking 10% of the club.

March 2019: Statue Unveiled at LA Galaxy Stadium

In March 2019, David Beckham's former club LA Galaxy unveiled a statue of him outside of their stadium, the first of its kind in the MLS.

March 2020: Inter Miami's MLS Debut

On 1 March 2020, Club Internacional de Futbol Miami (Inter Miami) made its MLS debut with a 1–0 away loss to Los Angeles.

June 2020: Minority Owner of Guild Esports

In June 2020, David Beckham became a minority owner of the London-based esports organization Guild Esports.

November 2020: Feature in FIFA 21

In November 2020, EA Sports had an agreement with David Beckham to feature him in FIFA 21, in which he would earn £40m from a three-year deal.

2020: Inter Miami Began Playing

In 2020, Inter Miami, co-owned by David Beckham, began playing.

April 2021: Global Ambassador for Maserati

In April 2021, David Beckham became a global ambassador for Maserati.

June 2021: Stake in Lunaz

In June 2021, David Beckham bought a 10% stake of vehicle electrification firm, Lunaz.

2022: Brand Ambassador for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar

In 2022, David Beckham signed a deal to become a brand ambassador for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, which led to controversy due to Qatar's persecution of LGBT people. Beckham stated that the World Cup would be "[a platform for] progress, inclusivity and tolerance".

2022: Manchester City Treble

In the 1998-99 season, David Beckham was part of the United team that won the treble of the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League, a unique feat in English football until Manchester City's 2022-23 season.

September 2023: Ranked Joint-5th All Time in Free Kick Goals

As of September 2023, David Beckham ranks joint-5th all time (alongside Lionel Messi) in goals scored from direct free kicks, with 65.

2023: Maserati's New Personalisation Program

In 2023, as part of Maserati's new personalization program, "Fuoriserie Essentials", the brand unveiled its first collection with David Beckham.