It has been over a decade since David Beckham retired from professional soccer. The former England international enjoyed quite a stellar career, thus, playing for many domestic sides as well. Many, including David, didn’t know what lay ahead of soccer, but it seems life after soccer looks quite interesting.
The 47-year-old has become an icon and is one of the most renowned personalities worldwide. Besides being the owner of the MLS side, Inter Miami, he is more than a celebrity. He has a good relationship with several stars, including many athletes from other sports, as he quite often meets them.
David Beckham greets Sixers icon
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The fact isn’t hidden from the world, but David Beckham is quite a basketball fan. The former Real Madrid man has been seen attending many NBA games. Moreover, he regularly meets major NBA superstars.
And just like that, Beckham recently met with former basketball superstar, Allen Iverson, as the former Sixers player was welcomed by him in London. The Becks even shared a picture of him and Iverson on his Instagram with the caption, “Amazing to have the legend in London.”
Allen Iverson & David Beckham in London pic.twitter.com/Dexk1T5cUv
— Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) March 15, 2023
Moreover, he posted another story about Allen that had major highlights from his golden days in the NBA. Dave wrote another caption on the story, saying, “One of the best to ever do it,” thus hailing the former NBA superstar.
Iverson was regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, thus playing for more than 14 seasons. He had the majority of a successful career with the Philadelphia 76ers, who later played for the likes of the Denver Nuggets, the Detroit Pistons, and the Memphis Grizzlies.
Huge deal with Shaquille O’Neal’s label owner
Allen recently got his name in the headlines after he recently signed a deal with Authentic to further nurture his brand. The company will focus on developing Iverson’s entertainment business, acquiring new endorsements and strategic partners, as well as consumer products.
He also has a 26-year-old relationship with Reebok, which the Authentic obtained back in February 2022. “Authentic and I share a commitment to being number one and accepting nothing less,” Iverson said.
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Allen Iverson in the latest GQ Magazine! https://t.co/eu3cWmSFuP
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“Our shared values and their relentless drive to disrupt the branding industry make Authentic the ideal partner to take my brand to the next level,” he added.
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Furthermore, he recently pocketed $32 million from Reebok as part of a lifetime deal he signed with them back in 2001. Things are looking pretty good for the former NBA superstar, and we hope they stay that way.
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