David Beckham: My Side

First paperback edition. 8vo. Pp. x, 534. Glossy pictorial wraps. B/w & col. photographic plates. Career Record [to 1 July 2004], List of illustrations, Index.

Signed boldly in marker pen to title-page by Beckham, at Waterstone's Deansgate in Manchester, on Tuesday 5th Oct. 2004. Light toning to textblock edges, else Fine.

Hailed as one of the greatest midfielders of his generation, Beckham played for Manchester United, Real Madrid, Milan, LA Galaxy, and Paris Saint-Germain, over his 20-year career, during which he won 19 major trophies. As captain of the England national team for six years, he earned 58 caps, and made 115 career appearances, including at three FIFA World Cup tournaments, and two UEFA European Championships. He was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2008. Updated version featuring player's first full account of a turbulent year in Spain, on and off the field, and England's fortunes in Euro 2004. "The confrontations between Beckham and Ferguson have the acid marks of authenticity." –Mail on Sunday