Totally Extra: Let's talk about Becks
Summary
This Totally Football Show extra examines David Beckham’s career, debating whether his footballing legacy is overshadowed by his celebrity status. Guests Ian Irving, Michael Cox, and Duncan Alexander analyze his peak at Manchester United, highlighting his unmatched crossing accuracy and work rate during the 1998-99 treble season. The episode also revisits the 1998 World Cup backlash and Beckham’s iconic 2001 performance against Greece, where he ran 16km and scored a last-minute free kick to secure England’s World Cup qualification.
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