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David Beckham

Also known as: Sir David · Sir David Beckham

David Beckham — co-owner of Inter Miami who has fronted advertising campaigns for major brands during the 2026 World Cup in the US.

2026-05-122026-09-18

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Lionel Messi deserves to win this year’s Ballon d’Or, according to Inter Miami co-owner and former England captain David Beckham.

    Becham backs Messi for Ballon d’Or after 100th Miami goal
  3. July 2026
  4. Joy Online

    Before the announcement of the investigation, Inter Miami co-owner Sir David Beckham said of Casemiro: “He is a winner who has achieved so much in the game and after such an incredible career with Real Madrid and Manchester United I’m delighted that he’s decided to make Miami his

    Inter Miami under investigation after signing Casemiro
  5. Joy Online

    In America, nobody sells football quite like David Beckham. During this World Cup, the former England captain has been impossible to miss.

    Why Beckham was face of World Cup in the US
  6. Joy Online

    Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams and Italian Singer Laura Pausini performed together Tom Cruise spoke about the power of football to unite people Jennifer Hudson sings the national anthem before the match David Beckham and his wife Victoria Beckham shared a laugh with actor To

    Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time show
  7. The Ghanaian Times

    his victory more than any other, because of what it means to face England in a semifinal and reach another World Cup final.” The rivalry between Argentina and England at the World Cup has two flashpoints on the field — Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal in 1986 and David Beckham

    Messi: Win over England meant most to our fans
  8. The Ghanaian Times

    his victory more than any other, because of what it means to face England in a semifinal and reach another World Cup final.” The rivalry between Argentina and England at the World Cup has two flashpoints on the field — Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal in 1986 and David Beckham

    Messi: Win over England meant most to our fans
  9. Joy Online

    A shirt worn by Lionel Messi during Barcelona’s dramatic 6–1 comeback victory over Paris St-Germain in the last 16 of the Champions League in 2017 sold for $217,600 (£161,482), while David Beckham’s shirt from his 50th England cap at the 2002 World Cup sold for $51,200 dollars (£

    Pele’s 1958 World Cup final shirt sells for $4.9m
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    Jude Bellingham It is the first competitive meeting of the sides since the 2002 World Cup and the fixture conjures so many memories, from Diego Maradona and the ‘Hand of God’ in 1986, to David Beckham’s red card after tangling with Diego Simeone in 1998, while also thrusting the

    England bids to end Messi’s World Cup dream
  11. June 2026
  12. Joy Online

    Pochettino’s USA rise to the occasion The World Cup finally arrived in the US with much fanfare as a vibrant opening ceremony headlined by Katy Perry, the presence of stars including David Beckham and Tom Cruise and a 70,000-plus crowd set the tone for kick-off.

    USA thrash Paraguay 4-1 in Group D opener
  13. Joy Online

    His pledge to sign Barcelona’s Luis Figo played a crucial role in his victory over incumbent Lorenzo Sanz, who had twice overseen Champions League wins during his tenure, and was followed up by the signings of Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo, David Beckham, and Michael Owen in each of t

    Man City consider legal action after Haaland claim

Yesterday

  1. Beckham backs Messi for Ballon d'Or after 100th Miami goal

    Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal for Inter Miami in a 2-0 Campeones Cup victory, prompting co-owner David Beckham to say the 39-year-old Argentine deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or. Messi, who has been nominated for the award, scored eight goals and registered four assists as Argentina reached the World Cup final.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online

Wednesday 22 July

  1. MLS investigates Inter Miami for tampering in Casemiro signing

    Major League Soccer is investigating allegations of tampering by Inter Miami after the club signed 34-year-old Brazil midfielder Casemiro from Manchester United on a deal running to the end of 2027, with an option to extend until June 2029. The investigation concerns Inter Miami's acquisition of Casemiro's discovery rights from LA Galaxy, an MLS regulation that gives a specific club first refusal over a player.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 20 July

  1. David Beckham becomes the face of World Cup in America

    During the World Cup in the US, former England captain David Beckham has dominated off-the-pitch marketing, fronting advertising campaigns for 11 brands including McDonald's, Major League Soccer, and Bank of America. Marketing experts attribute his prominence to his broad appeal across demographics and his authentic, down-to-earth persona that translates across football, fashion, entertainment, and business.

    20 July 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 19 July

  1. Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, BTS headline 2026 World Cup final

    Pop stars Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and K-pop group BTS performed at the 2026 World Cup final half-time show, which lasted 27 minutes and 22 seconds—the longest in World Cup history. The performance featured fireworks and reunited Shakira with Nigerian musician Burna Boy, who had performed together at the tournament's opening ceremony.

    19 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 17 July

  1. Messi leads Argentina past England to World Cup final

    Lionel Messi set up two goals in the dying minutes of Argentina's World Cup semifinal against England, securing a 2-1 victory and a spot in the final against Spain. Messi said the fans wanted this victory more than any other because of what it means to face England in a semifinal and reach another World Cup final.

    17 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Messi: Argentina's England semifinal win meant most to fans

    Lionel Messi set up two goals in the final moments of Argentina's 2-1 World Cup semifinal victory over England to reach the final against Spain on Sunday. Messi said the win was especially significant to Argentina's fans because of the historic rivalry between the nations.

    17 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 16 July

  1. Pele's 1958 World Cup final shirt sells for $4.9m

    A shirt worn by Pele during the 1958 World Cup final sold for $4.9m at Sotheby's in New York, making it the second most valuable football jersey ever sold after Diego Maradona's 1986 World Cup shirt.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 15 July

  1. England faces Argentina in World Cup semifinal

    England bid to end Lionel Messi's dream of winning back-to-back World Cups and reach their first final in six decades as they face holders Argentina in a World Cup semifinal. The match marks the first competitive meeting between the sides since 2002 and the first time Messi has ever played against England.

    15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Saturday 13 June

  1. USA beats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup Group D opener

    The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their World Cup campaign opener in Los Angeles, with former Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun scoring twice. The victory matches the US' joint-biggest World Cup win and is just the second time a US player has scored more than once in a World Cup match.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 4 June

  1. Man City considers legal action over Haaland claims

    Manchester City is contemplating legal action after a Real Madrid presidential candidate promised to sign Erling Haaland and displayed a shirt with his name, claiming he has a release clause. City and Haaland's representatives denied the claim, stating there is no such clause and no chance of a transfer.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Messi's MLS salary doubles to $25m annually

    Lionel Messi remains the highest-paid player in Major League Soccer with an annual base salary of $25m following a contract extension with Inter Miami signed in October, more than double that of the league's next-highest earner.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

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