In this episode of Soccer Bedtime Stories, we step into the life of one of the most famous players in football history, David Beckham.
We start in a small working-class house in Chingford, London, where a skinny kid with a big dream spends hours in the back garden kicking a ball with his dad. Kids will hear how young David Beckham goes from local teams like Ridgeway Rovers to signing schoolboy forms with Manchester United, scoring that unbelievable goal from the halfway line against Wimbledon, and living through both heartbreak and redemption with England—from the red card at the 1998 World Cup to the legendary free kick against Greece that sent his country to the World Cup in 2002.
Told in a calm, cozy bedtime style, this soccer bedtime story focuses on resilience, handling mistakes, and never letting go of your dream—even when the world doubts you. At the end, there’s a short three-question quiz to help young listeners remember key moments from Beckham’s journey and build listening skills in a gentle, fun way.
This episode is perfect for:
- Kids who love David Beckham or Manchester United
- Young players who are learning about free kicks, practice, and perseverance
- Families looking for a relaxing football podcast for kids at bedtime
Press play, get snug under the covers, and let “Icons: David Beckham” carry your young soccer fan off to sleep with a story of curls, courage, and never changing your answer when someone asks, “What do you want to be when you grow up?”
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Our first-ever chapter book is out:
Soccer Mystery Chronicles: The Haunting of St. Mary’s Stadium.
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