In the world of soccer, there are few names as iconic as Lionel Messi. And when his boss, David Beckham, made a surprise appearance at the Birmingham City vs Wrexham match, it was a moment that sent shockwaves through the football world.
As Beckham strode through the car park outside St Andrew’s, the heads of supporters turned so fast that some seemed in danger of suffering a whiplash injury. This was not your average Monday night in England’s Second City. But in an age of celebrity ownership in football, anything is possible.
Beckham, a former England captain and global sports figure, has struck up a close friendship with Tom Brady, arguably the greatest NFL player ever. Brady, who took a minority shareholding in Birmingham City over a year ago, has had a significant influence on the club, particularly in areas like player nutrition and recovery.
The surprise visit of Beckham to St Andrew’s highlighted the star power that both he and Brady possess. From family dinners in Miami to social media banter, the duo has become synonymous with sports ownership and influence in the football world.
Beckham and Brady are not alone in their foray into sports ownership. Both have ventured into Major League Soccer, with Beckham joining forces with Jose Mas and Jorge Mas at Inter Miami. The club, which boasts Messi on its roster, is aiming to make a mark in the US soccer scene.
Last month, the trio of Beckham, Brady, and Messi were spotted together in the stands as Miami took on Cincinnati. The 2-0 victory for Miami only added to the excitement, with Brady being presented with his own Inter Miami jersey at half-time by his good friend.
The convergence of these sports icons at a lower-tier English football match may seem unexpected, but in a world where celebrity ownership reigns supreme, it’s just another day in the “beautiful game.”
