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Beckham was born in Leytonstone, London in 1975 to parents who were staunch Manchester United fans.
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As a youngster Beckham had trials with his local club Leyton Orient.
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He also attended Tottenham Hotspur's school of excellence.
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He signed schoolboy forms at Manchester United on his 14th birthday.
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He then signed a youth training contract with the team after his 16th birthday.
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Beckham signed his professional contract with Manchester United when he was 17.
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He was 21 when he joined the England squad for Euro 96.
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Beckham has scored a total of 129 goals during his club career, and 17 goals internationally.
