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David Beckham Reveals Which Way He Is Voting In The EU Referendum

David Beckham Reveals Which Way He Is Voting In The EU Referendum

"We live in a vibrant and connected world where together as a people we are strong."

Mark McGowan

Mark McGowan

Former England captain and general lad David Beckham has declared his support for Britain remaining in the EU.

Taking to Instagram this morning, the 41-year-old posted a lengthy statement about how Britain will always be great no matter the result of Thursday's referendum; but he will be voting remain because of his connections to the continent.

Posting a picture of him and former teammate, Frenchman Eric Cantona, he said: "I'm passionate about my country and whatever the result of Thursday's referendum, we will always be Great. Each side has the right to their opinion and that should always be respected whatever the outcome of the European Referendum."

Then, referring to his glory years at United during the 90s, he mentioned 'The Class of '92', calling them 'a core group of young British players'. He then went on to mention European players he's played with, as well as the teams he moved to after his time at The Red Devils came to an end.

He said: "I played my best years at my boyhood club, Manchester United.

"I grew up with a core group of young British players that included Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and the Neville brothers. Added to that was an experienced group of older British players such as Gary Pallister, Steve Bruce and Paul Ince.

"Now, that team might have gone on to win trophies, but we were a better and more successful team because of a Danish goalkeeper, Peter Schmeichel, the leadership of an Irishman Roy Keane and the skill of a Frenchman in Eric Cantona.

"I was also privileged to play and live in Madrid, Milan and Paris, with teammates from all around Europe and the world. Those great European cities and their passionate fans welcomed me and my family and gave us the opportunity to enjoy their unique and inspiring cultures and people."

Credit: PA

He signed off the statement by saying that he wants his children and grandchildren to be able to be a part of a 'vibrant and connected world', where people are stronger when they're together.

"We live in a vibrant and connected world where together as a people we are strong. For our children and their children we should be facing the problems of the world together and not alone. For these reasons I am voting to remain," he said.

In the past, hints about Becks heading into politics have surfaced. At this point that wouldn't even be a surprise as he's pretty much done everything else there is to do.

British Prime Minister David Cameron tweeted about Beckham's support, saying he is 'delighted' and that 'David Beckham is clear'.


Words by Mark McGowan

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Topics: David Beckham, EU, EU referendum