It’s official — the football world has a new knight.
Global sports icon David Beckham has been knighted by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, earning the distinguished title Sir David Beckham for his decades of service to football and humanitarian causes.
The long-anticipated honor, which fans have been calling for since his retirement from professional football, recognizes Beckham’s enduring legacy — from captaining England’s national team to his ambassadorial roles with UNICEF and other global charities.
Accompanied by his wife, Victoria Beckham, and their children, the 49-year-old former Manchester United and Real Madrid star received the accolade in a private ceremony at the Palace on Friday.
Beckham, visibly emotional, expressed his gratitude:
“To be recognized by my country in this way is one of the proudest moments of my life. Football gave me everything, and I’ve always tried to give back.”
Social media erupted in celebration, with fans and fellow athletes flooding timelines with congratulations and the trending hashtag #SirDavidBeckham.
This honor cements Beckham’s place not just as a football legend, but as a symbol of British excellence and global influence.