David Beckham will be inducted into the United States National Soccer Hall of Fame as part of the 2027 class.
The legendary England midfielder, 51, moved to LA Galaxy from Real Madrid in 2007 on a five-year deal believed to be worth £128m.
The Englishman, who played 124 times for the MLS side, netted 20 times to help the club capture two MLS Cups and Supporters’ Shields during his six years in the United States.
His arrival made the league an even more popular international destination and his impact remained after he left the game professionally in 2013.
He was later co-owner of Inter Miami, helping the club grow before signing Argentina captain Lionel Messi in 2023.
Beckham was notified of his vote by the veterans’ ballot at a MLS board of governors’ meeting Thursday.
Calling his time in America a fantastic experience, he said he was determined to continue supporting the sport to flourish here.
His induction is scheduled for April 16, 2027, at Frisco, Texas.
Megan Rapinoe and Julie Ertz, both previous members of the USWNT, were also named to the Class of 2027 as first-year nominees.
