
Former England captain Beckham and US World Cup winners Rapinoe and Ertz to be inducted in 2027.
David Beckham, Megan Rapinoe and Julie Ertz have been selected for induction into the United States' National Soccer Hall of Fame as part of the 2027 class.
AI-generated summary
David Beckham moved to LA Galaxy in 2007, boosting MLS's global profile. Megan Rapinoe and Julie Ertz won two Women's World Cups with the US.
David Beckham will be inducted into the United States' National Soccer Hall of Fame as part of its 2027 class.
The former Manchester United and England midfielder, 51, made headlines in 2007 when he moved to Los Angeles from Spanish giants Real Madrid to join Major League Soccer (MLS) side LA Galaxy on a five-year contract.
He made 124 appearances in all competitions for Galaxy, scoring 20 goals, and twice won both the MLS Cup and Supporters' Shield.
Beckham's six seasons at Galaxy helped to raise the global profile of MLS and following his retirement in 2013, he became co-owner of MLS club Inter Miami, who signed Argentina World Cup winner Lionel Messi in 2023.
His induction ceremony is set to take place on 16 April 2027 in Frisco, Texas.
He was told the news he had been chosen on the veterans' ballot at an MLS board of governors' meeting on Thursday and said his time in the US has been "an incredible journey".
Beckham, who had two loan spells with AC Milan in 2009 and 2010 while at Galaxy, added: "I'm looking to build this league and this sport in this great country for a long time."
Meanwhile, former US internationals Megan Rapinoe and Julie Ertz have also been voted into the Hall of Fame in their first year of eligibility.
Ballon d'Or winner Rapinoe, 41, and midfielder Ertz, 34, lifted the Women’s World Cup twice with the US in 2015 and 2019.
"To be alongside all the greatest players that have played for us, and played for our country alongside a bunch of my team-mates and friends, recognised like that in this way just means you were successful and a part of great teams," Rapinoe wrote on Instagram.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Hall of Fame induction ceremony to take place on 16 April 2027 in Frisco, Texas
Very likely · Within months

The Taiwanese team defeated Australia 6-4 in the AFC Champions League and achieved its first victory of the tournament. It also rekindled the South Korean team's hopes of advancing after losing to Australia in the first game. The Korean media lamented that the South Korean team may have to face the situation of calculating various promotion conditions again.
In an interview, Harry Kane talks about his records with the English national team, winning the Ballon d'Or, his goals with FC Bayern and his life in Munich.

The 33-year-old Korean Samsung Lions star outfielder Ji-wook hired American agent Ron and actively seeks to challenge the American major league stage. Koo Jae-wook is this year's Korean professional batting champion and Korean Championship MVP. After becoming a free agent this offseason, he expressed his strong intention to go to the United States.

Jürgen Klopp becomes the new national coach. Management expert Roman Briker analyzes seven lessons from Klopp's leadership style - from charisma and honesty to humor and self-determination - that are also relevant for business leaders.
India head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed concern over recurring batting collapses after India's 244-run defeat to New Zealand in the fourth ODI, where they were bowled out for 89.

Lakers star Doncic accidentally sprained his ankle while leading in the final period of the game and left the game. Head coach Reddick explained that due to the previous lesson of almost overturning against the Raptors, the coaching staff set a 20-point lead with 4 minutes left as the benchmark for the main players to exit. At that time, Doncic was allowed to play 2 more minutes due to the absence of players, emphasizing that the injury should not be serious.