David Beckham to be inducted into US Soccer Hall of Fame

David Beckham has been selected for induction into the US Soccer Hall of Fame, receiving the news during an MLS board of governors' meeting on Thursday. The former midfielder, who was chosen via the veterans' ballot, described his period spent in the United States as "an incredible journey."

Reflecting on his career, which included two loan stints with AC Milan during 2009 and 2010 while playing for the Galaxy, Beckham stated: "I'm looking to build this league and this sport in this great country for a long time."

Joining him in the Hall of Fame are former US internationals Megan Rapinoe and Julie Ertz, both of whom were elected during their initial year of eligibility. The pair, 41-year-old Ballon d'Or winner Rapinoe and 34-year-old midfielder Ertz, were key members of the squads that secured Women’s World Cup titles for the US in 2015 and 2019.

Expressing her gratitude on Instagram, Rapinoe wrote: "To be alongside all the greatest players that have played for us, and played for our country alongside a bunch of my team-mates and friends, recognised like that in this way just means you were successful and a part of great teams."