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Beckham gets knighthood in King Charles birthday honours

Beckham gets knighthood in King Charles birthday honours

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Former England soccer captain David Beckham officially received Knighthood from King Charles III on Saturday. He was honoured for his outstanding contribution to sport and charity.

David Beckham of Andamans pedals his way to gold!

David Beckham of Andamans pedals his way to gold!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Elkatohchoongo was the best Indian cyclist at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, reaching to the quarter-finals.

Karnataka's Nataraj, Desinghu on cloud 9!

Karnataka's Nataraj, Desinghu on cloud 9!

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Nataraj and Desinghu are tipped to become the best male and female athletes of the Games.

Messi confirms he plans to play for Beckham's Inter Miami

Messi confirms he plans to play for Beckham's Inter Miami

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Lionel Messi intends to join Major Soccer League side Inter Miami as a free agent, the Argentina forward said on Wednesday.

Shakira-Pique, Beckham get into Halloween spirit

Shakira-Pique, Beckham get into Halloween spirit

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Look who's all dressed up for Halloween!

Kohli, Iyer, Shami take India to World Cup final

Kohli, Iyer, Shami take India to World Cup final

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli struck a record 50th hundred and fast bowler Mohammed Shami's seven-wicket haul proved equally crucial as India overpowered New Zealand by 70 runs.

UK comedian shreds 10,000 pounds protesting Beckham

UK comedian shreds 10,000 pounds protesting Beckham

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

Joe Lycett said last week he would donate the money to charity if Beckham agreed to cut ties with the World Cup host or he would shred the money before the tournament began.

Why UK comedian shred mag featuring Beckham

Why UK comedian shred mag featuring Beckham

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Beckham, who played for Manchester United and Real Madrid as a midfielder, is working for Qatar, which has been criticised for its treatment of foreign workers, LGBTQ+ rights and restrictive social laws.

World Cup: 'Bias' Beckham reckons it will be an England-Argentina final

World Cup: 'Bias' Beckham reckons it will be an England-Argentina final

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

'I think obviously my choice would be England to win the competition, but that's me being biased and passionate about my country'

SEE: Beckham queues to see Queen Elizabeth's coffin

SEE: Beckham queues to see Queen Elizabeth's coffin

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

He talked of snacking on crisps, sweets and donuts with his fellow queuers to keep their energy up.

Beckham hands over Instagram account to Ukrainian doctor

Beckham hands over Instagram account to Ukrainian doctor

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Beckham handed over his Instagram account on Sunday to a doctor helping women give birth in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv.

PIX: Boris Johnson, Beckham, Sheeran watch Eng enter Euro final

PIX: Boris Johnson, Beckham, Sheeran watch Eng enter Euro final

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

There were big names in the stands as England beat Denmark in penalties to reach the Euro 2020 final on Wednesday.

I am going to Miami, Messi confirms MLS move

I am going to Miami, Messi confirms MLS move

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

'After winning the World Cup and not being able to go to Barca, it was time to go to the US league to experience football in a different way and enjoy the day-to-day.'

Beckham gets six-month driving ban for using phone

Beckham gets six-month driving ban for using phone

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Former England soccer captain David Beckham was banned from driving for six months on Thursday after admitting using his mobile phone while driving.

We can beat Wales, says former England captain Beckham

We can beat Wales, says former England captain Beckham

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

England will beat Wales in their Euro 2016 Group B clash in Lens on Thursday if they match the team spirit of Chris Coleman's side, according to former captain David Beckham. Wales top the group after their 2-1 victory over Slovakia at the weekend while England were held 1-1 by Russia in Marseille. "It's a big game," Beckham said in a BBC interview.

PHOTOS: Beckham slimed as he leads honours at Nick Sports awards!

PHOTOS: Beckham slimed as he leads honours at Nick Sports awards!

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

Former England captain David Beckham among the few to take home honours at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Sports awards over the weekend.

Beckham invests in esports with London-based start-up

Beckham invests in esports with London-based start-up

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

Former England soccer captain David Beckham is moving into the virtual world as co-owner of London-based start-up Guild Esports. Guild said in a statement on Thursday that it will launch player academies and run teams in various esports arenas including Rocket League, EA Sports, FIFA and Fortnite.

Sports Shorts: Beckham likely to come out of retirement

Sports Shorts: Beckham likely to come out of retirement

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

Former England captain David Beckham has indicated that he could come out of retirement to play for the Major League Soccer team he is aiming to launch in Miami.

Beckham captains PSG in final home game of the season

Beckham captains PSG in final home game of the season

Rediff.com19 May 2013

Former England captain David Beckham, who will retire at the end of the season, will skipper French champions Paris St Germain in their final home game, the Ligue 1 club said on Saturday.

Beckham pays tribute to 'father figure' Ferguson

Beckham pays tribute to 'father figure' Ferguson

Rediff.com9 May 2013

Former England captain David Beckham hailed Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson, saying without him he would never have achieved what he did in his career.

China ropes in Beckham to revive football image

China ropes in Beckham to revive football image

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

China has named former England captain David Beckham as its first global football ambassador to revive the game's image which has been hit by a match-fixing scandal and an exodus of international stalwarts from the country's premier league.

Beckham to visit Miami in quest for MLS team ownership

Beckham to visit Miami in quest for MLS team ownership

Rediff.com29 May 2013

Former England captain David Beckham will visit Miami this week as he steps up his interest in owning a new Major League Soccer (MLS) team.

David Beckham: Modern English football's great son

David Beckham: Modern English football's great son

Rediff.com17 May 2013

Here is a look at the life and career of former England captain David Beckham who announced his retirement on Thursday.

Reaction to England soccer hero Beckham's retirement

Reaction to England soccer hero Beckham's retirement

Rediff.com17 May 2013

Reaction to former England captain David Beckham's announcement on Thursday that he is retiring at the end of the French league season:

Beckham to retire end of season

Beckham to retire end of season

Rediff.com16 May 2013

The former England captain earned 115 caps for England, a record for an outfield player, and won the Champions League, six Premier League titles and two FA Cups with Manchester United.

Beckham to leave LA Galaxy after MLS Cup final

Beckham to leave LA Galaxy after MLS Cup final

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

Former England captain David Beckham will leave LA Galaxy after next month's Major League Soccer (MLS) Cup final but said he intended to continue with his playing career.

Happy Beckham delights PSG in his French debut

Happy Beckham delights PSG in his French debut

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

Former England captain David Beckham enjoyed a promising French league debut for Paris St Germain, riding warm crowd support in a late cameo during the 2-0 home victory over Olympique Marseille on Sunday.

Beckham trains with Arsenal to maintain fitness

Beckham trains with Arsenal to maintain fitness

Rediff.com29 Jan 2013

Former England football captain David Beckham is training with Arsenal in a bid to maintain his fitness, manager Arsene Wenger said on Tuesday.

Eriksson agrees Al Nasr deal, eyes Beckham

Eriksson agrees Al Nasr deal, eyes Beckham

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

Sven-Goran Eriksson will try to convince former England captain David Beckham to join him at Al Nasr after the experienced Swedish coach signed an 18-month contract as a technical advisor of the United Arab Emirates club.

Beckham sad to see Capello go

Beckham sad to see Capello go

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

Former England captain David Beckham has offered his support to Fabio Capello, the Italian who called time on Beckham's international career, after his decision to stand down as England manager.

Where next for Beckham after Galaxy exit?

Where next for Beckham after Galaxy exit?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

Former England captain David Beckham, hailed as a success for soccer in the United States, will say his farewell to LA Galaxy in next month's MLS Cup final with one more mission yet to accomplish.

Blatter's racism comments appalling, says Beckham

Blatter's racism comments appalling, says Beckham

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

FIFA president Sepp Blatter's controversial comments that there is no racism in soccer are appalling, former England captain David Beckham said on Thursday.

Beckham to play part in opening ceremony

Beckham to play part in opening ceremony

Rediff.com25 Jul 2012

Former England soccer captain David Beckham will play a cameo role in Friday's Olympic opening ceremony after he was left out of Britain's team for the Games.

Beckham to rejoin Galaxy on two-year deal

Beckham to rejoin Galaxy on two-year deal

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Former England captain David Beckham will be returning to the LA Galaxy on a fresh two-year contract, the Major League Soccer (MLS) team said on Wednesday.

Beckham tops Britain's sports rich list

Beckham tops Britain's sports rich list

Rediff.com7 May 2012

Former England soccer captain David Beckham's success on the field and appeal to sponsors have made him an estimated fortune of 160 million pounds to put him top of the Sunday Times Sport Rich List published this weekend.

Beckham to get BBC lifetime achievement award

Beckham to get BBC lifetime achievement award

Rediff.com18 Dec 2010

Former England football captain David Beckham will be conferred with the lifetime achievement award at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony on Sunday.

Beckham to exit England stage after farewell bow

Beckham to exit England stage after farewell bow

Rediff.com12 Aug 2010

England manager Fabio Capello has effectively signalled the end of former captain David Beckham's international career and will hand him a farewell appearance in a friendly at Wembley Stadium later this year.

Beckham probably too old for England: Capello

Beckham probably too old for England: Capello

Rediff.com12 Aug 2010

England manager Fabio Capello has effectively signalled the end of former captain David Beckham's international career. Ahead of Wednesday night's friendly against Hungary at Wembley, Capello told ITV Sport the Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder is "probably a bit too old" to play for England again.

Blackburn chasing Ronaldinho and Beckham

Blackburn chasing Ronaldinho and Beckham

Rediff.com4 Jan 2011

Blackburn Rovers have made an offer for AC Milan forward Ronaldinho and are also chasing former England captain David Beckham, the Indian owners of the Premier League club said on Tuesday.

Humiliated England dodge media, fans on arrival

Humiliated England dodge media, fans on arrival

Rediff.com29 Jun 2010

England's beaten and beleaguered World Cup players made a sullen and silent dawn return to London on Tuesday, dodging waiting fans as the storm of criticism at their early exit continued.