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A legend was born
Beckham was born at Whipps Cross University Hospital in Leytonstone, London, England. He is the son of Sandra Georgina, a hairdresser, and David Edward Alan "Ted" Beckham, a kitchen fitter. -
Welcome to the Real World
Although Manchester United made Beckham the world's highest-paid footballer with a three-year, $22 million contract in 2002, he's acquired by rival club Real Madrid after a public rift with Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson. -
Coming to America
Due to his reduced playing time with Real Madrid and to help Posh pursue her fashion ambitions, the Beckhams decide to move to L.A.. -
Moving to France
On 31 January 2013, ahead of the transfer deadline it was announced that Beckham would be undergoing a medical with Paris Saint-Germain ahead of a potential move to the Ligue 1 side. -
Coming Off the Pitch
After more than 20 years, Beckham announces his retirement from professional soccer, calling his most recent season with Paris Saint-Germain his last.
