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How old was Beckham when he joined PSG?

David Beckham has joined French Ligue 1 side Paris St-Germain and announced he will be playing for free. The ex-England midfielder, 37, signed a five-month deal and will donate his salary - of at least £1m - to charity.

When did Beckham joined PSG?

In January 2013, after his contract got over with MLS side La Galaxy, Beckham signed for PSG on a five-month deal. The final game of his professional career was in a home match against Stade Brestois.

Why did Beckham go to PSG?

David Beckham admits he chose a move to Paris St Germain because he could not bear to play against Manchester United in domestic competition.

Did cr7 play with Beckham?

Ronaldo and Beckham were part of the 'Galacticos' era at Real Madrid in the early 2000s and played together for four years once the English midfielder joined the Spanish giants from Manchester United in 2003.

How old was Beckham when he moved to LA?

Beckham was 32 and quite frankly, no longer a “Galactico.” What unfolded next would shock the football world. In January 2007, David Beckham announced that he had signed a five-year deal to move to America to play for the Los Angeles Galaxy. The move shocked football fans and apparently offended some at Madrid.

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Was Beckham good at PSG?

Beckham's role at PSG wasn't about flashy, skilful performances, and instead about efficiently and effectively playing a functional role in the side, contributing his most notable moments from set-pieces. In a sense, that's a fitting way for him to bow out of football. Stats Zone is bigger and better than ever!

Did Beckham play free on PSG?

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He did reveal, however, that the entirety of his wages — described as “a very good figure” — would be donated to a children's charity in Paris. Beckham would play for free for the duration of his stay. Time, unfortunately, has not been kind to that particular gesture.

At what age did Beckham retire?

Retirement. On May 16, 2013 — just days after winning a title with French club Paris Saint-Germain — the 38-year-old Beckham announced that he would be retiring at the end of the 2013 season, ending his 21-year soccer career.

Did David Beckham play for PSG?

David Beckham has joined French Ligue 1 side Paris St-Germain and announced he will be playing for free. The ex-England midfielder, 37, signed a five-month deal and will donate his salary - of at least £1m - to charity.

Is Beckham knighted?

David Beckham snubbed for knighthood again despite green light from tax man. England footballing legend David Beckham has been passed over for a knighthood on the latest New Year's Honours list - despite receiving an all-clear over financial issues which had threatened to ruin his chances of the honour.

Is Beckham better than Ronaldo?

Beckham can't be compared to Ronaldo. Beckham had limited footballing skills but was a poster boy for the game. Ronaldo is true gem on field and better face for football than Beckham. Ronaldo would have far far bigger and better legacy.

What age did Zidane retire?

Zinedine Zidane

Zidane was 34 by the time he retired after the 2006 World Cup, which is a good age to do so. However, his performances at the tournament suggested he had plenty more left in the tank. The France playmaker was at his irresistible best throughout the tournament as Les Bleus reached the final.

Did Beckham retire because of Messi?

Beckham once revealed: "I probably decided to retire when Messi was running past me." But he's now taken it a step further by telling Argentine reporters he enjoyed those games - despite being run ragged and PSG being knocked out on away goals after a 3-3 stalemate. Beckham claimed: "We were ahead.