David Beckham

David Robert Joseph Beckham, is an English former professional footballer. Beckham's

professional club career began with Manchester United, where he made his first-team
debut in 1992 aged 17. He spent a decade at Manchester United, lifting nine major
trophies with the club before moving to Real Madrid in 2003 where he played four seasons
with. He has 4 kids: 3 boys Brooklyn Beckham, Romeo James Beckham, Cruz Beckham and
a daughter Harper Seven Beckham. His spouse is Victoria Beckham, wich was a spice girl.
Beckham is also a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador.

David was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at BBC's Sports Personality of the
Year ceremony in Birmingham, England in 2010.

He said: "Of course, I want to thank my wife and my children. Not only has she given me
three amazing boys but the support she's given me and she is truly and inspiration for me
every single day. So Victoria, Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz - thank you.". In the audience, a
teary Victoria wiped her eyes as she watched her husband accept the prize along with her
sons. "I'm obviously really humbled because to receive an award for something I love doing
and have always loved doing is amazing. Football is a team game and without the teams
and the players' support I have had over the years, I wouldn't be here today. I wouldn't be
here without the skill and support of those players. I've been lucky enough to play with
some of the great teams over the years. Playing for England has been one of the highlights
and biggest things of my career. I've been able to play under some of the best coaches in
my career and obviously for me the best manager in football who I regard as a father
figure still after so many years of knowing him - Sir Alex Ferguson. I'm sorry that I'm going
on, but I really have to thank my parents, who have sacrificed so much over the years. My
sisters, my grandparents, my family, my friends, other people who work with me and for
me, and lastly, if I've forgotten anyone I apologise. This year I went to Afghanistan and I
saw the bravery of our troops out there. And what they do day in and day out, they risk
their lives to save other people. I dedicate my award to the men and the women who are
serving our country in Afghanistan. Be safe and have a great Christmas."

"During his career he has had highs and lows but has always remained determined. Most
importantly, he is an example to young and aspiring footballers of how to play the game
with skill, integrity and determination."