Soccer And Football Star David Beckham Gets Knighthood from King Charles at Windsor Castle: Know WHY!

David Beckham needs no introduction. He is a world-renowned soccer star and former English professional football player who played for elite clubs, including Manchester United and Real Madrid. He represented England in international tournaments, and on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, he was knighted by King Charles III in Berkshire for his exceptional services to football and British society. 

The 50-year-old sports icon was named on King Charles’ Birthday Honours list. Earning the title of Sir David Beckham is nothing short of an achievement for him. He calls the Windsor Castle ceremony the ‘proudest moment’ of his life. In fact, the priceless moment left him speechless. 

 

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On Instagram, the official account of the Royal Family posted a video of him bending down in front of the King with due respect. Later, David too dropped a picture and captioned the post saying,  “I can’t even begin to describe what a special day it is for me today, a boy born in East London, to receive a Knighthood from His Majesty The King. I am truly humbled and so grateful for this honour. I have been fortunate to represent our country, and I’ve always done that with pride… I love our Royal Family and what it means to people not just in Great Britain but around the world.” 

Interesting Facts About David Beckham

1. Beckham represented England 115 times and was captain for 59 games. 
2. After coming through the academy of Manchester United, he won six Premier League titles for them.
3. Before his retirement in 2013, he played for Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, Paris Saint-Germain, and AC Milan. 
4. Currently, David is the president and co-owner of MLS side Inter Miami.
5. He has helped Inter Miami sign Lionel Messi. 
6. He is a part-owner of Salford City, which plays in League Two.
7. The football icon has supported several charity causes, including serving as a goodwill ambassador for the humanitarian aid organisation UNICEF since 2005. 
8. In 2024, Sir David was named an ambassador for the King’s Foundation, an educational charity established by the King in 1990.
9. He is also renowned for his fashion statements and stylish choices worldwide.
10. In 1998, GQ magazine hailed him as the most stylish man of the year. 

Sir David definitely deserves his ultimate honor! He says, “All I have ever wanted to do is to make my family proud.”