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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Pol Allingham

David Beckham to be awarded knighthood, reports suggests

The King meets David Beckham during a visit to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show on May 19 (Paul Grover/Daily Telegraph) (PA) - (PA Wire)

David Beckham is to be awarded a knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours, according to reports.

The former England captain will appear on the list due to be released next week, the Sun reported, having previously been awarded an OBE in 2003.

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