David Beckham - The Rise & Rise of Beckham

From an early age, David Beckham wanted to be a football player and not just any football player - he wanted to play for Manchester United and become a leading name in the sport. By the young age of 28, he'd become one of the most well-known names around the world, worn the coveted 'No 7' shirt in the most successful United squad ever, captained the England team in a World Cup tournament and signed a multi-million pound deal with another major name in football, Real Madrid. Objective well and truly achieved. As well as his extraordinary football career David Beckham is also part of one of the most recognisable celebrity couples in the world alongside his Spice Girl wife Victoria. Together they have risen to almost royalty status and brand Beckham is now recognised across the globe. Having achieved his 100th Cap for England this fascinating documentary charts his amazing career from the very early days as a football apprentice through to his world wide domination. This is an extraordinary story of success which includes rare footage both on and off the pitch....this is The Rise and Rise of David Beckham.