Sunday, 19 May 2013

David Beckham breaks down as he bids farewell

Tearful goodbye: A hugely emotional David Beckham wept as he left the pitch during his final game as a professional footballer
David Beckham burst into floods of tears as he played his final ever game as a professional footballer in Paris this evening. The 38-year-old was given the honour of captaining Paris St Germain during their final home game of the season against Brest and paid an emotional farewell as he brought the curtain down on a career spanning more than 20 years. With his wife Victoria and their four children Romeo, Brooklyn, Cruz and Harper, watching from the stand, Beckham was given a standing ovation by players and fans from both sides as he left the pitch to be substituted in the second half.
A visibly upset Beckham was inconsolable as he left the field on 81 minutes. The game came to an impromptu halt as PSG players surrounded him and hugged the former England captain by one before he walked off. Beckham had looked emotional before the game, waving to the crowds and blowing kisses to his fans during the warm up for his final match. As his name was read out over the stadium's speaker system, PSG fans gave out a huge cheer and continued to chant 'Stay David, Stay' throughout the match. Despite playing just 460 minutes of football for PSG, the massively wealthy club wanted to honour Beckham for the publicity he has brought them around the world - making him captain for one night only. 
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Heartbreak: Beckham hugs teammate Lucas before leaving the pitch at the Parc des Princes in Paris

Respect: Beckham was given a standing ovation by players from both sides and fans as he left the field

Full time: Beckham hugs the PSG manager Carlo Ancelotti as his final game comes to a close

Farewell: The former England captain waves goodbye to fans after 20 years in the game

Inconsolable: A visibly upset Beckham hugged his teammates one by one before leaving the pitch

Afterparty: The celebrations began as Beckham was tossed in the air by his teammates after the game

Celebration: Beckham lifts the Ligue 1 trophy with an England flag draped around his neck

Proud father: Beckham leads his sons Romeo and Cruz around the pitch in a lap of honour

Ending on a high: Beckham finished his career having won the league title with Paris St Germain

A born winner: The former England captain poses with his sons Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz as his retirement celebrations begin

End of an era: The Beckhams will be hoping to spend more time as a family after David retires from football tonight


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