Beckham 'knighthood' wrangle

June 01, 2007

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CONTROVERSY over a possible knighthood for football star David Beckham flared up once more on the brink of his return to the England side.

Reports claimed that some Whitehall officials were opposing making him Sir David because of his move to the US, which might make him unavailable for the national team.

Names are being scrutinised in Whitehall for Tony Blair's Resignation Honours List, as well as the Queen's annual Birthday Honours.

An unnamed source said: "Some officials feel that there is nothing wrong with honouring a player who is based in Europe and free to represent his country, but there is a big difference if the player is earning his main income and paying tax in the United States and unable to play for England."

A knighthood for 32-year-old Beckham would make his former Spice Girl wife Lady Beckham - a title she has made clear she would relish.

Should Beckham be knighted? Have your say below.

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Walter (01/06/2007 at 09:42)

Why a gong..what has he won or even done for England?

Roger in the Holme Valley (01/06/2007 at 10:30)

An average player who has never even performed well at a major tournament. A vain man who loves the media scrum and encourages it to keep himself in the news and puff up his ego and reputation. Reportedly a philanderer and definitely a dullard. Oh yes he's well worth knighting. Whatever next?

Bejjy ex Salford now Malta (01/06/2007 at 10:55)

Beckham has made more than a decent living out of playing football so the thought of him being awarded a Knighthood is just laughable as I cannot think of anything he has done which would justify such an award. And what is even more laughable is the thought of Mrs. Beckman being a "lady" It would be a bit like dressing mutton up as lamb so to speak.

A Mancunian, Manchester (01/06/2007 at 11:07)

Tony Blair Resignation Honours? Dear oh dear - this man really does think that highly of himself.

Leo B (01/06/2007 at 11:49)

An knighthood for Beckham would simply be an effort by the politicos to curry favour with the unwashed...

nickyb, Altrincham (01/06/2007 at 11:55)

I think making it permissable for men to wear skirts is a valuable contribution to the British society and that alone is grounds for a knighthood. 'Arise, Sir Beckham'. At least he and his missus could get another bit of use out of their wedding thrones....

ian, Oldham (01/06/2007 at 12:08)

what about his charity work and the football academies he has set up, hes done a huge amount

come-on-city (01/06/2007 at 12:17)

A knighthood for a man whose profession is playing with a ball, hardly knightworthy.

Angry of New Moston, New Moston (01/06/2007 at 12:36)

He's a footballer - a footballer! That's not a real job. What about rearding some of the people who really do somethiung for others? This country's gone mad. They'll be banning smoking next!

holsten, canada (01/06/2007 at 13:44)

Knighthoods etc should only be given to those that have performed extaordinary deeds or given a lifetime of outstanding service to benefit others. In my book, kicking a ball of air up and down a field and flogging bottles of scent at extortionate prices don't qualify.

ace, manchester (01/06/2007 at 13:45)

How about giving gongs to our real heros Ect the police/ambulance/nurses/doctors the list goes on these are real heros who dont get paid enough.......

Blue-suede-dude, behind enemy lines (01/06/2007 at 14:07)

Beckham for Prime Minister!

evans (01/06/2007 at 15:16)

No disrespect, but what has he really done?

Fred White, Manchester (01/06/2007 at 18:40)

On the basis of his playing career he is not entitled to any award whatsoever.
His charitable work is valuable but, in relation to his own income, it is not that significant. If he continues to work for charity then he should be considered for an honour in perhaps ten years. The thought of Victoria Beckham styling herself "Lady Beckham" is pretty nauseating.

mancunian, australia (01/06/2007 at 19:24)

Everybody appears to be knocking David Beckham. Why?

Is he any worse than some of the people who now grace the house of Lords?

And what about buying a title? Nobody seemed to be too worried about that scam until a minority party MP brought it to the attention of parliament.

David Beckham has worked hard.
He has worked tirelessly for those less fortunate than himself & throughout his life he has displayed a quiet dignity.

Has anyone ever & I mean ever, known of him to retaliate against those who have 'slagged' him off.
The present english football coach quickly comes to mind on that one.

Leave him alone. He is a credit to his country.

Good on ya' David.

walker, Germany (01/06/2007 at 20:17)

Hey Rodger!
He can always Ride for Belle Vue!He can pass the Bike.

Roger in the Holme Valley (01/06/2007 at 20:40)

Wasn't he responsible for stopping his wife singing in public? Surely that deserves some kind of recognition!

PW, Manchester (02/06/2007 at 18:51)

He's a nice bloke. He's played good football, and on the whole has been a good ambassador for the game. But no, a knighthood should be reserved for something more, and for a lifetime longer than his.

shelby, worsley (04/06/2007 at 05:46)

A very talented player but nothing special. He has not done anything exceptional. Yes he does charity work, so what. Lots of people who do charity/volunteer work do so for the right reasons. I beleive Mr and Mrs Beckham do it for PR. I think we should let them slope of to the USA, bring their kids up to be truly dysfunctional and STAY THERE. I can only hope that the British media falls out of love with the Beckhams, please!

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