DAVID BECKHAM TO BE HONOURED BY UEFA
David Beckham is to receive the 2018 UEFA President's Award, European football's governing body has announced.
The former England captain has been acknowledged for "outstanding achievements, professional excellence and exemplary personal qualities," UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin said.
Ex-Manchester United, Real Madrid, Los Angeles Galaxy, AC Milan and Paris St Germain midfielder Beckham will receive his award in Monaco later this year.
"I have chosen David Beckham as the recipient of this year's award because he has been a global ambassador for football, promoting the game and all its values in every corner of the planet," Ceferin said.
"His tireless humanitarian efforts, which have helped the lives of many children around the world, should also be celebrated. Beckham is a true football icon of his generation."
Beckham was gratified to receive the accolade.
"During my career I always gave 100 per cent and tried to uphold the values of teamwork and fair play and I am proud to join the illustrious list of players who have previously won this award," he said.
