Inter Miami President David Beckham is making waves with his recently released ‘Beckham’ Netflix documentary. So much so – that a Manchester City star has now come out declaring that he “loved” it!
What’s more – over a week after the documentary’s release, it remains a hot cake for discussions and podcasts. Even the producer of ‘Beckham’ has drawn an intriguing parallel between the popularity of Beckham and NBA Hall-of-Famer Michael Jordan – citing the former LA Galaxy star’s fame. But keeping that aside, what’s this English soccer star saying about the Inter Miami boss? Let’s hear it from the midfielder himself!
Manchester City star lauds David Beckham and his latest documentary
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Jack Grealish, the Manchester City midfielder recently gave his honest take on ‘Beckham.’ For those of you who aren’t up to speed, Grealish has often been hailed as the ‘next David Beckham’ of the current soccer scene. Why? Well, it’s all thanks to his unique taste in fashion, almost following in the footsteps of the former Manchester United star.
Directly addressing the documentary, Grealish declared: “I watched it and I loved it – actually! I thought it was really good!” What makes Grealish’s viewpoint intriguing is that, like many of his peers, he was quite young during the era when David Beckham was a global soccer sensation.
🗣️ “I watched it, I loved it actually. I didn’t realise what he went through and I didn’t realise how famous he actually was.”
Jack Grealish on the David Beckham documentary. 🎬 pic.twitter.com/aYL0hk3L04
— Football Daily (@footballdaily) October 13, 2023
As he reflected on watching the documentary, the 28-year-old admitted, “I obviously was quite young back then… so I obviously didn’t realize what he went through, and I didn’t realize how famous he actually was.”
This revelation serves as a reminder of the immense fame and popularity that the former Manchester United star enjoyed, which might not be fully understood by the younger generation. Considering Grealish’s whopping $139 million dollar move to City and his rise to fame, it’s safe to say that this honest confession only goes on to bolster Beckham’s status as one of soccer’s GOATs. But wait – there’s more to the Manchester City star’s confession!
Grealish reflects on how times have changed since the Beckham era of soccer
Grealish’s remarks also underline the evolving landscape of soccer and its relationship with the public. In his observations, he noted the stark differences between the era depicted in the documentary and today’s soccer scene. “I think it’s a lot different nowadays, in different ways,” he said.
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“When I watched it, I felt like – there’s a lot more like – everywhere you went, there would be like – cameras [all up] in your face. People waiting in [queues]… Whereas, nowadays, I don’t really think we have that. Because, you know, fans can say what they want on social media,” Grealish further asserted.
His insights offer a glimpse into the changing dynamics of soccer stardom. While Beckham’s era was marked by intense media scrutiny and fans seeking autographs and photographs, the digital age has ushered in a new dimension of interaction through social media.
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In the 28-year-old’s words, we find a young star’s appreciation for a legendary figure and a recognition of how the soccer world continues to evolve. As Beckham’s documentary continues to captivate audiences and spark conversations, it’s clear that the influence of soccer’s iconic figures transcends generations and leaves a lasting legacy for both seasoned professionals and the stars of tomorrow. What do you make of Jack Grealish’s take on ‘Beckham’? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!
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