England's World Cup semi-final exit may have left Sir David Beckham visibly emotional in the stands, but the tournament also reminded millions why the former England captain remains one of football's most influential figures long after hanging up his boots.
Television cameras repeatedly cut to Beckham and wife Victoria celebrating England's goals before their hopes of lifting the trophy ended with a 2-1 defeat to Argentina. While his playing career made him a household name, it is the business empire he has built since retirement that has transformed him into one of Britain's wealthiest sports stars.
