Romeo Beckham Shares How ‘Proud’ He Is of Dad David Beckham amid Knighthood

Romeo Beckham can’t include his delight for his dad David Beckham.

The celebrated English soccer participant, 50, was named for knighthood by King Charles on Friday, June 13. 

Later that day, Romeo posted an Instagram Tales photograph of himself and his father smiling collectively in a blurry picture. “So so happy with you 🤍🤍🤍🤍,” the 22-year-old wrote. David later reposted the photograph to his personal Instagram Tales.

The daddy shares 4 youngsters with Victoria Beckham: sons Romeo, Brooklyn, 26, Cruz, 20 and daughter Harper, 13.

David obtained the glory as a part of the King’s birthday honors. The athlete’s knighthood acknowledges his iconic sporting profession and his lasting contributions to British society. With this honor, his spouse now carries the title Girl Beckham.

The knighthood comes after David was appointed an Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Queen Elizabeth in 2003. The previous Manchester United participant was put ahead to obtain a knighthood over 10 years in the past, with a nomination in 2011, The Guardian reported.

The soccer star was requested to be an ambassador for the King’s Basis in 2024.

David additionally reposted Manchester United’s Instagram tribute, on his Instagram Tales. The soccer crew added a photograph of David’s signature No. 7 jersey, however somewhat than solely studying his final identify, it learn, “Sir David.”

All through his lifetime, David has been celebrated as one of many biggest soccer gamers of his technology, after he launched his profession with a record-breaking stint at Manchester United. There, he gained the Premier League title six instances over 9 years. 

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The appropriate-winger was the primary English participant to achieve 100 Champions League appearances. He was the primary English participant to assert league titles in 4 completely different nations: England, Spain, France and the USA. 

He was additionally the captain of the English nationwide crew for six years. Together with his position as captain, he competed in three FIFA World Cups and two UEFA European Championships. 

The daddy of 4 was inducted into the English Soccer Corridor of Fame in 2008, and the Premier League Corridor of Fame in 2021.