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An outstanding player and the perfect ambassador, David Beckham's record eloquently answers the critics, says chief football writer Phil McNulty

Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert has warned the club's fans not to expect any major signings in the summer.

David Beckham announces himself to the football world as he scores from the halfway line for Manchester United against Wimbledon in 1996.

From his 1992 Man Utd debut to hanging out with Tom Cruise, BBC Sport looks at the ex-England captain's career in pictures

Key figures from football pay tribute to David Beckham after the former England midfielder announces his retirement.

Hearts' parent company UBIG has asked to be declared insolvent, a move that may impact the club's league status.

Hull City release 12 players after promotion to the Premier League, but defender Abdoulaye Faye signs a new one-year deal.

An 11-year-old boy from Liverpool shocks friends and family by joining Chelsea players as they collect their Europa League winners' medals.

Players found guilty of racially abusing an opponent will be banned for at least five games, the FA announces.

Midfielder Frank Lampard says he is delighted to have signed a one-year contract to stay at Chelsea.

Former England captain David Beckham is to retire at the end of the season, aged 38.

Fifa president Sepp Blatter believes it is "not rational" to play the 2022 World Cup in the summer heat of Qatar.

Experienced Hearts defender Andy Webster is in discussions about extending his stay at Tynecastle.

David Beckham fires England's winner from the penalty spot as they beat Argentina 1-0 in the 2002 World Cup in Sapporo.(UK users only)

England lose on penalties to Argentina after a 2-2 draw in St Etienne, which sees a wonder goal from Michael Owen and David Beckham's infamous red card. (UK users only)

BBC Sport takes a look back at the highs and lows of David Beckham's illustrious international career.

Photos of Chelsea's Europa League 2-1 final victory against Portuguese side Benfica at the Amsterdam Arena.

Wayne Rooney or Frank Lampard will captain England in the friendlies against Republic of Ireland and Brazil.

Malaga manager Manuel Pellegrini takes training as normal, amid reports that he is set to join Manchester City after the La Liga season ends.

Former Liverpool defender Sami Hyypia is to take sole charge at Champions League qualifiers Bayer Leverkusen next season.