David Beckham Trivia
How much do you really know about David Beckham?
Test your knowledge of David Beckham's career, records, and World Cup legacy with this in-depth quiz.
Who Is David Beckham?
David Beckham was born on May 2, 1975, in Leytonstone, London. He rose through Manchester United's famed academy and became part of the 1999 Treble-winning side, known for his precision passing and free-kicks. He later played for Real Madrid during the "Galácticos" era, LA Galaxy — where he helped grow soccer's popularity in the United States — and finished his career with a short spell at Paris Saint-Germain in 2013. He went on to become a founding owner of MLS club Inter Miami CF.
Beckham's World Cup Legacy
Beckham played at three World Cups for England. In 1998, he was sent off against Argentina in the Round of 16 and England were eliminated on penalties. He returned in 2002 as captain, scoring a redemptive penalty against Argentina in the group stage before England fell in the quarterfinal to Brazil. At the 2006 World Cup, still captain, he scored a free-kick winner against Ecuador before leaving the quarterfinal defeat to Portugal through injury.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did David Beckham win the World Cup?
No — his best result was reaching the quarterfinals with England, in both 2002 and 2006.
Why was Beckham sent off at the 1998 World Cup?
He was shown a red card for kicking out at Argentina's Diego Simeone in the Round of 16; England went on to lose on penalties.
Is David Beckham connected to Inter Miami CF?
Yes — he is a founding owner of the Major League Soccer club.
How many questions are in the Beckham trivia quiz?
The quiz has 20 questions covering his career, clubs, and his three World Cups with England. It's completely free to play.