Second Loan Spell at AC Milan
Beckham returned to AC Milan on loan for another period of Serie A football. The move was intended to keep him competing at a high level ahead of England's World Cup squad selection.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
David Beckham Biography and Timeline — Page 3
Follow David Beckham through 106 dated historical records for Great Britain.
David Beckham, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
106Distinct records
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2010–2024Years on this page
2010
2011
First MLS Cup Championship
Beckham won his first MLS Cup when LA Galaxy defeated Houston Dynamo in the championship final. He contributed to the winning move as Landon Donovan scored the match's only goal.
Galaxy Champions League Participation
Beckham represented LA Galaxy in the CONCACAF Champions League during his American career. These continental fixtures added a different competitive dimension to his MLS schedule.
MLS Best Eleven Recognition
Beckham was named in the MLS Best XI after a productive season for LA Galaxy. The selection recognised his creativity and service as the club pursued domestic honours.
MLS Cup Assist in Winning Move
Beckham's flicked header helped start the move from which Landon Donovan scored against Houston Dynamo in the MLS Cup final. His contribution was an important part of LA Galaxy's first championship during his time at the club.
Supporters Shield Winning Campaign
Beckham helped LA Galaxy finish with the best regular-season record in Major League Soccer. The Supporters' Shield reflected the team's consistency before its successful MLS Cup play-off run.
2012
Final LA Galaxy Home Appearance
Beckham announced that the MLS Cup final would be his last competitive match for LA Galaxy. His departure followed a six-season association that greatly increased the league's international profile.
Galaxy Playoff Victory Over Seattle
Beckham featured in LA Galaxy's run through the Western Conference play-offs. The club overcame Seattle Sounders on aggregate to reach another MLS Cup final.
MLS Cup Title Defended
Beckham collected a second MLS Cup when LA Galaxy again defeated Houston Dynamo in the championship match. The result provided a winning conclusion to his final season with the California club.
Second Consecutive Galaxy Final Run
Beckham served as an experienced midfielder in Bruce Arena's Galaxy side during the 2012 post-season. The team's successful play-off campaign delivered a second consecutive league championship opportunity.
2013
Emotional Final Home Match for PSG
Beckham captained Paris Saint-Germain during his last home appearance against Brest. He received an emotional farewell from teammates and supporters when substituted near the end of the match.
Final Competitive Appearance at Parc des Princes
Beckham's appearance against Brest became the final match of his professional playing career. The occasion ended with applause from the Paris Saint-Germain crowd as he left the field late in the game.
First French League Championship
Beckham added the Ligue 1 title to his honours when Paris Saint-Germain won the 2012–13 French championship. This made him a league champion in England, Spain, the United States and France.
Four-Country League Champion Milestone
Beckham ended his playing career having won top-flight championships in four different countries. His honours spanned Manchester United, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy and Paris Saint-Germain.
Nineteen Major Trophies Career Total
Beckham retired with nineteen major club trophies across his senior career. His collection included domestic league titles, national cups, the Champions League and the MLS Cup.
PSG Champions League Against Barcelona
Beckham played for Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League quarter-final against Barcelona. His European campaign came late in a career that had also included Champions League appearances with Manchester United and Real Madrid.
PSG Debut Against Marseille
Beckham made his Paris Saint-Germain debut as a substitute against Marseille at the Parc des Princes. He entered a team pursuing the French championship under Carlo Ancelotti.
Paris Saint-Germain Signing
Beckham joined Paris Saint-Germain on a short-term contract following the end of his LA Galaxy career. The move gave him the chance to finish his playing career in France's top division.
Paris Salary Donated to Children's Charity
Beckham announced that his salary from Paris Saint-Germain would be donated to a children's charity. The gesture accompanied his return to top-level European competition in the final months of his career.
Retirement Announcement in Paris
Beckham announced that he would retire from professional football at the end of the season. The decision concluded a career spanning major clubs in England, Spain, the United States, Italy and France.
2014
Miami Expansion Ownership Announcement
Beckham announced plans to exercise his MLS expansion option for a new franchise in Miami. The project represented his transition from international footballer toward club ownership and development.
2018
Inter Miami Club Name Unveiled
Beckham's Miami ownership group unveiled the name and branding of Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami. The announcement gave a public identity to the MLS expansion project he had helped initiate.
2020
Inter Miami Begins MLS Competition
Beckham's ownership project reached the field when Inter Miami played its first Major League Soccer season. His work after retirement had helped establish a new professional club in South Florida.
2023
Inter Miami Leagues Cup Triumph
Beckham watched his Inter Miami project capture the Leagues Cup after a final victory against Nashville SC. The honour was the club's first trophy and followed the arrival of Lionel Messi.
Messi Joins Beckham's Inter Miami
Inter Miami signed Lionel Messi, bringing one of football's most celebrated players to the club associated with Beckham's ownership group. The move raised the team's global profile and transformed expectations around the American league.
2024
Inter Miami Supporters Shield
Inter Miami won the MLS Supporters' Shield with Beckham involved in the club's ownership. The achievement marked the team's strongest regular season to that point and a major stage in its development.
Records, sources and methodology
These dates and descriptions come from the historical_events database. Exact duplicate records have been collapsed. Names are grouped by the country, Name 2 and Name 1 fields; records with missing Name 2 cannot be reliably assigned to an individual biography. Check the underlying sources before formal citation.