Back in 2009, David Beckham, the talented midfielder who had began his professional career and his rise to international stardom at Manchester United was playing his first game against the team that would have prepared him for one of the finest professional careers in recent years. Beckham was playing as a loan for Milan and despite a bit of controversy when he played at Old Trafford, and yet many of the fans were happy and excited to see him back in his home-turf. Milan lost the tie with Manchester by an overall score of 7-2. The Manchester United fans were quite excited about seen Beckham back in top-shape. He was not only a respected player in the city, but there where high hopes for him to start in the South Africa 2010 World Cup with the English team. Considering his age and the fact that his career was on its final stages, most of the fans, and perhaps the player himself new that this was his last chance at a World Cup scenario. Tragically enough, on his next game against Chiero Verona Beckham suffered a torn Achilles tendon. Italian-born England Head Coach Fabio Capello brought him in later to the World Cup as one of the management assistants. Now, that he has nearly completed his recovery, Capello has announced that he has no plans for Beckham as part of the English National team. Beckham is still under contract with the LA Galaxy in the MLS. Rumor has it that the player will not be playing again for Milan, as the Italian team has hinted that they are no longer interested in his services. Now, it is a team in the English Premiere League who is making a bid for his service. West Ham wants to have him back as a seasoned professional. When they talk about hiring Beckham, they talk about bringing him in to play a crucial ambassadorial role in the team's efforts to land the England Olympic Stadium once the 2012 London Olympic Games are finished. The thing here is that, it seems only as the wrong approach all together. Beckham wants to keep playing in the field, he wants to stay valuable as a professional athlete, not so much for his diplomatic charisma or the well managed public persona he is. One thing seems to be clearer. Beckham is going to keep on fighting for a position on the English National team. He sports agent has said in regards to Capello's decision that "There has been no discussion of retirement. He will always be available for his country, when fit and if needed he will be there." This is quite a statement. At the end it is not clear if he is leaving on good terms with Capello. On his behalf, the head coach has said the he is a great player, but as a coach, he has to keep on looking for the younger talents that are the ones that might bring in a future championship for the English National team.
About the Author
Stephen Lars is a prominent sports blogger and currently covers the Soccer news and handicaps for the BetIAS' Sports Betting Blog . You may reprint this article in its full content, please note no modifications to it are accepted.
