David Beckham Is Out Of The World Cup 2010

I like Aaron too, but of late he is becoming quite predictable. So, I just hope that he will be able to mature and most of all peak in time for the tournament. In a game like soccer, you can find your team going down from the start and I am sure you are aware that we will always need people like a Beckham to bring the tempo up and team back. So, let's wait and see if the selected replacement will be making statements or something else. Have a nice day.

adhyz82, All I can say now that everyone including Shaun, Downing and etc., will have an equal fighting chance for that vacated position and I really hope that they will mature and hold up at play when the tournament begins. I feel terrible for David Beckham to go out like that and that this injury may also end his playing career as well. This is really beyond any words for me to describe England's and World Cup 2010's lost. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1258356/Beckham-begins-month-recovery-Posh-makes-mercy-dash-LA-Finland.html

hm, ya, for the other players, this is golden chance for them to proof to capello. in this position england have a strong candidate, aaron lennon i think

akuler, I just beg to differ otherwise as David Beckham is really in a class of his own. If not, I am sure coach Capello, would not have gone to ends and pains to get him to play in AC Milan to bring his physical and match experience to make it for the World Cup squad. Unfortunately, we have not been able to see any wingers that are able to cross with confidence, accuracy and most of all consistency to this day. I suppose that is where a David Beckham here is making a world of a difference, even if he were to be coming on from the bench. His skills and signature play is just so much essential here. I just hope that his replacements will mature and bloom in time for the tournament and I am not sure what future plans David Beckham might have as his playing career is really looking very bleak here. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1258356/Beckham-begins-month-recovery-Posh-makes-mercy-dash-LA-Finland.html

Well, please correct me if I am wrong but David's move to AC Milan was actually dated as far back as in 2008 when he was actually benched at Real Madrid. And, if I may dare add here that England boss Fabio Capello warned Beckham that he needs to be playing regularly in Europe or be dropped. I do agree that Beckham has to agree to play for AC Milan, but let's not forget the team which he managed to play for till this injury was actually aided by Capello who rang Adriano Galliani, the Milan managing director, to vouch for Beckham's character and professionalism before the Italian club agreed in principle to the deal. Ref: http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/sport/football/european_football/article4996431.ece Like I've said earlier, I have not been able to see any wingers that are able to cross with confidence, accuracy and most of all consistency to this day and that will include seasoned players like Frank Lampard (inconsistent), Steven Gerard (temperamental) and Joe Cole - my goodness, I wonder if you've seen him lately (overweight). I think what sets Beckham apart from those I have named here is consistency and when the team is behind Beckham ALWAYS shines for the occasion. On the hindsight, I am not placing my money on successful professional league players like Messi and the likes where I have a hunch will under perform and no offense. Considering the bleak economic times, mortality of a player's career and the risk of picking up a career ending injury. And, I just hope that this will not be a dampener for 2010 World Cup. Keeping my finger's crossed and await your corrections here.

It is Beckham who want to play for AC Milan, and Fabio Capello never ask him to do it. What Capello want from his players is keep fit and play a lot games. So, Beckham has no choice because US Majaor League Soccer (MLS)has a break now and in ordet to keep his fittness, he need to train and play regularly. He can find it in AC Milan. There is no doubt about Beckham abillity especially in the set pieces, but England have a lot of player who can do just like that. They have Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard for that task. I think Joe Cole will take England right flank and set pieces job with go to Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard. The only thing that I am sure there is hard to find a replacement is Beckham determination. He alwasys shown his 100% commitment in his games.

dorannmwin, From the latest news, his playing career may be over and it is a great blow indeed. I am just sad to see such a great and wonderful player go down and out like that. England and World Cup 2010 is going to miss this outstanding player, indeed. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1258356/Beckham-begins-month-recovery-Posh-makes-mercy-dash-LA-Finland.html

edxcast, A great role model indeed and I must admit the only player so far that has not appeared on the tabloids for all the wrong reasons. From the latest news, it seems like his playing career is on the line as well and I just hope that this injury is not a devastating one. England will miss his service and invaluable experiences. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1258356/Beckham-begins-month-recovery-Posh-makes-mercy-dash-LA-Finland.html

carmencar, I am not going to play any of your hopes up but this injury is going to prematurely conclude his career. I am at a lost here and have to say that I am sad to see this ending. Ref: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1258356/Beckham-begins-month-recovery-Posh-makes-mercy-dash-LA-Finland.html

:( it's terrible!

a98231, I feel that it could also be that age is catching up with this wonderful player. You can imagine how hard and much he had put in to be what he is today. Injury is inevitable in a such a physical sport like soccer and as we age, I am sure you will agree with me that recovery will not only take a longer time but can be permanent too. It is just sad to see a wonderful player's career end like that, so bad luck is not solely responsible here. Have a nice day.

youless, Well, he is indeed good looking and a great role model as compared to many other players who are all running into headlines of all sorts. I am sad to see him go out of the 2010 World Cup tournament like that and the latest I have is that his playing career may be over for him too. This injury that he has picked up is really a great blow here and I just hope that the latter is not going to be true. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1258356/Beckham-begins-month-recovery-Posh-makes-mercy-dash-LA-Finland.html

lakerfanster, My exact sentiments here. But, this injury is really a devastating one as his playing career is also on the line from the latest news. I just hate to miss his wonderful and signature crosses and free kicks which is non comparable. I hope that the replacement wingers will get their act together and mature in time with their play, where hopefully we may see a birth of another star bringing the game to another level and most of all to the opponents. So, let's keep our fingers crossed. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1258356/Beckham-begins-month-recovery-Posh-makes-mercy-dash-LA-Finland.html

bigcheese, It's a shame indeed and if the latest news of it is being true - then, devastating too, as his playing career may just be over. However, I do not see England as a weak team in this World Cup as the team has come far under their new coach, Capello. And, if I may say this, that your comment may be a little premature or rather too early to write them off as a weak team. England, has shown quite a turnaround as far as consistency is concerned and if you had been following their qualifying round matches, has been growing from strength to strength. Capello's appearance is not only timely but God sent, as we witness a totally changed and dedicated team. He really knows what to do and that no nonsense discipline is really working. Frankly, I just would not be writing off England and if I may add this team is worth placing some money on in your bets.

terrencechen, It is indeed a pity that England's David Beckham will not be able to participate in the forthcoming 2010 World Cup as a player. It is also depressing that his playing career may come to an end as well through this injury and this is really a sad way to end a career. A real double whammy if I might say here. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1258356/Beckham-begins-month-recovery-Posh-makes-mercy-dash-LA-Finland.html