David Beckham knighted in King's Birthday Honours list

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After leaving for Real Madrid in 2003, he also went on to play for LA Galaxy, Milan and Paris Saint-Germain.

Away from football, Becks has also been recognised for his contributions to British society, including his charity work.

The 50-year-old was influential in helping London win the race to host the 2012 Olympics and has been a UNICEF ambassador since 2005.

"I'm so lucky to be able to do the work that I do and I'm grateful to be recognised for work that gives me so much fulfilment," he said.

He was awarded an OBE in 2003 and now follows in the footsteps of the man he was named after (one of his middle names is Robert) - another United legend in the late Sir Bobby Charlton.

Congratulations again Sir David, from all at the club!

And well done too to famous Reds fans Gary Oldman and Luke Littler, with the esteemed actor knighted and darts superstar receiving an MBE.