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Across his two-decade-long professional career, Beckham won league titles in four different countries and made over a century of appearances for England.
From humble beginnings to global superstardom — here's a look back at the star's glistening soccer career in 15 photos.
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David Beckham joined Manchester United in 1991.
David Beckham (bottom, second from right) with United's youth team in 1992.Getty/Gerry Crowther/Mirrorpix
Beckham broke into United's first team shortly after.
David Beckham plays for Manchester United in 1993.Getty/Shaun Botterill
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1996 proved to be his breakthrough year.
David Beckham during his international debut.Getty/Mark Leech
In August 1996, Beckham scored his most iconic United goal.
David Beckham celebrates his famous goal against Wimbledon.Getty/Michael Cooper
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Beckham's first World Cup in 1998 ended in ugly fashion.
David Beckham is sent off for England in a game versus Argentina at the 1998 FIFA World Cup.Getty/Mark Leech
He soon bounced back with United, however.
David Beckham and Dwight Yorke celebrate after victory in the UEFA Champions League Final.Getty/Matthew Peters
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And in 2001, Beckham made things right for England.
David Beckham celebrates his goal against Greece on October 6, 2001.Getty/Danny Gohlke
Beckham had a run-in with Alex Ferguson in 2003.
David Beckham was cut above the eye by a boot kicked by Sir Alex in 2003.Getty/Mike Egerton
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Four months later, Beckham joined Real Madrid.
Beckham with Real Madrid legend Alfredo Di Stefano in 2003.Getty/Ross Kinnaird
Beckham's time in Madrid wasn't hugely successful.
David Beckham of Real Madrid celebrates after scoring for Real Madrid in 2003.Getty/Shaun Botterill
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In 2007, he completed a historic move to Major League Soccer.
David Beckham in action for LA Galaxy.Getty/Marty Melville
Beckham spent six years with LA Galaxy.
David Beckham poses with his sons Brooklyn, Cruz, and Romeo, and the MLS Trophy in his final game for the club.Getty/AFP/Robyn Beck
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During his time in LA, Beckham had two spells on loan in Italy.
Beckham was a star for Milan.Getty/AFP
He also retired from international soccer.
David Beckham after his final game for England.Getty/Sean Dempsey
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In 2013, Beckham moved to Paris, where he finished his career.