David Beckham on his retirement: "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."

David Beckham on his international career
which saw him win 115 caps: "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 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.''

David Beckham pays tribute to those closest to
him as he announces his retirement: "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."

We shall miss him.