David Beckham to be made knight in King Charles’s birthday list

Former footballer will take title of sir and wife Victoria will become Lady Beckham

David Beckham will be awarded a knighthood next week as part of King Charles’s birthday celebrations, according to reports.

Beckham has been in line for a knighthood for more than a decade after playing more than 100 times for England and becoming well known for his charity work, much of which is focused on improving the lives of underprivileged children.