BECKHAM TO ENTER US SOCCER HALL OF FAME ALONGSIDE RAPINOE AND ERTZ

David Beckham will be inducted into the United States National Soccer Hall of Fame on April 16, 2027, in recognition of his contribution to the sport’s growth in the country.

The former England captain joins the 2027 class alongside two-time Women’s World Cup winners Megan Rapinoe and Julie Ertz.

Beckham moved from Real Madrid to LA Galaxy in 2007, bringing international attention to Major League Soccer.

He made 124 appearances for Galaxy, scored 20 goals and helped the club win two MLS Cups and two Supporters’ Shields.

After retiring in 2013, Beckham remained involved in American football as a co-owner of Inter Miami. The club’s signing of Lionel Messi in 2023 further increased its global profile.

Beckham learned of his selection through the veterans’ ballot during an MLS board of governors’ meeting on Thursday.

“I’m looking to build this league and this sport in this great country for a long time,” he said.

Rapinoe and Ertz were both elected in their first year of eligibility. They helped the United States win the Women’s World Cup in 2015 and 2019.

Rapinoe welcomed the honour, saying it recognised her place among great players and successful teams.

The induction ceremony will take place in Frisco, Texas.