David Beckham will become a knight

Famous ex-footballer of the England national team David Beckham will soon join the ranks of British nobility. According to The Sun, the renowned athlete will be awarded a knighthood.

Beckham will be presented with the title of Knight Bachelor. After the official award, David will have the right to be called "Sir," and his wife Victoria will receive the title of "Lady."

The formal announcement of the honorary title will take place at the end of June 2025.

Beckham's star path in football is inseparably linked with Manchester United, where he spent most of his brilliant career. As part of the Red Devils, he became English Premier League (EPL) champion six times and twice lifted the country's Cup. 1999 was a triumphant year for both the club and the player when Manchester United won the prestigious Champions League trophy.

In 2003, the midfielder transferred to Real Madrid, with which he also managed to achieve a championship title. After four years of playing in Spain, Beckham went to conquer the American MLS.

David and Victoria Beckham have been married since 1999. During this time, the celebrity couple has raised three sons and a daughter.