"I'm thankful to PSG for giving me the opportunity to
continue but I feel now is the right time to finish my career, playing at the
highest level.
"If you had told me as a young boy I would have played
for and won trophies with my boyhood club Manchester United, proudly captained
and played for my country over one hundred times and lined up for some of the
biggest clubs in the world, I would have told you it was a fantasy. I'm
fortunate to have realised those dreams.
"To this day, one of my proudest achievements is
captaining my country. I knew every time I wore the Three Lions shirt, I was
not only following in a long line of great players, I was also representing
every fan that cared passionately about their country. I'm honoured to
represent England both on and off the pitch.
"I wouldn't have achieved what I have done today
without my family. I'm grateful for my parents' sacrifice, which made me
realise my dreams. I owe everything to Victoria and the kids, who have given me
the inspiration and support to play at the highest level for such a long
period. I also want to thank Simon Fuller and his team for their continued
support.
"I want to thank all my team-mates, the great managers
that I had the pleasure of learning from. I also want to thank the fans who
have all supported me and given me the strength to succeed.
"Nothing will ever completely replace playing the game
I love, however I feel like I'm starting a new adventure and I'm genuinely
excited about what lies ahead. I'm fortunate to have been given many
opportunities throughout my career and now I feel it's my time to give back.
What is next for David Beckham? Hollywood or football management?
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