All Hail Sir David Beckham; Man United legend gets knighted

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Iconic former Manchester United winger David Beckham has been knighted by the King of the United Kingdom, Prince Charles III.

The former England international received his knighthood from the British Royal at Windsor Castle after making it to King Charles’ Birthday Honours List.

Beckham received the prestigious honour for his services to football and the British society during his days as a professional footballer and his humanitarian works including the one with UNICEF since 2005.

“I couldn’t be prouder. People know how patriotic I am – I love my country. I’ve always said how important the monarchy is to my family.”

King Charles III knights David Beckham Photo Courtesy: Press Association

“I’m lucky enough to have travelled around the world and all people want to talk to me about is our monarchy. It makes me proud” Beckham said according to the BBC.

Former England footballer David Beckham (L) poses next to his wife singer and fashion designer Victoria Beckham (R) with his medal after being appointed as a Knight Bachelor (Knighthood) for services to sport and charity at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle (Photo by ANDREW MATTHEWS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Beckham earned 115 caps for England and played at three FIFA World Cups with his last being the 2006 edition and starred as captain.

6 Jun 2001: England captain David Beckham celebrates his free kick goal during the match between Greece and England in a World Cup Qualifier at the Olympic Stadium, Athens, Greece. Mandatory Credit: Stu Forster/ALLSPORT

He won the English Premier League title six times and the 1998-1999 UEFA Champions League title with Manchester United. Beckham also played for Real Madrid, AC Milan and PSG in his career.

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