David at the England Press Conference

Yesterday, David Beckham spoke to the media during an England press conference at the Swissotel ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2018 host countries annoucement. Below are two videos of David's interview...

This one is rather adorable...

Video: David Discusses His Return After Being Injured

After the Galaxy training session, David Beckham attended a news conference at The Home Depot Center in Carson. There he discussed his return to the game after being injured in March while still on loan at AC Milan.

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Excerpts From David's Press Conference with AC Milan

Welcome back David! Did you miss Milan in these months?
"I've missed it a lot! I missed the group, the club, the fans, the environment in general. My first six months here were wonderful, a unique experience which I haven't forgotten."

Since you left a lot has changed. Carlo Ancelotti, Ricky Kaká and Paolo Maldini have gone, what group have you found back?
"It's true that Milan have changed a lot, it's true, but the basis of great clubs like Milan and like Manchester United doesn't change. Milan remain Milan. It's true that an important guide like Paolo Maldini is no longer here, he was a charismatic captain with a lot of personality, the best footballer of the world is missing in Ricky Kaká and also the coach has changed, but the group remains a great group, motivated and full of enthusiasm. At the start of the season the team had some problems, but it has recovered and now it's playing very well. I'm proud to play with these great champions."

You named Manchester. What effect did it have knowing you would meet them in the Champions League?
"It will be a special evening! The day of the draw I cried of emotion, I'll have the chance of returning to Manchester and play against the club I always wanted to play with since childhood. I'll find many friends, all my fans who haven't forgotten me, it will be an evening of strong emotions. It's been seven years since I've been to Manchester and I will do so with Milan's shirt, with the shirt of a club as prestigious as United, all this fills me with pride!"

After these six months what will your future be?
"I don't know, we'll see. I'm very honored to be here again. I come here knowing I will stay at least six months, the first time we weren't so sure for many reasons. I only think about working hard and do well in a special club. Then we will see if Milan will still be in my future."

Have you thought about what position you might play in this new system of Leonardo?
"The system has changed, it's different. This is nevertheless a team full of talent, experience, it will take some time to understand this new system but not that much. In any case I don't pretend to be a first choice player. If I'm a reserve I'll still be proud to be a part of this group. I don't think about my position, I'd be truly happy to play in any role, also as a goalkeeper! I'm a versatile midfielder and this will help me in any position."

Have you talked to Leonardo?
"Yes, I've talked to him. He asked about my physical conditions, of how I reacted to the work of the past few days, we'll have time to talk about the system and my position on the pitch. As I said this is a great team which I think can win the Scudetto. There are dangerous rivals like Inter and Juventus, but if Milan work hard they can aim for the title."

Did you never think about going to a team that would guarantee you a place in the team?
"No, never! Milan were always my first choice, from the first moment we talked about a loan from Galaxy to another team. The possibility of playing at the World Cup is certainly an objective, but I didn't come to this club to go to the World Cup. I chose Milan for many reasons, because I like this club's philosophy and I arrived here without any pretenses. It's great to be here, even just to help the group win, even without being guaranteed a place in the team, this is Milan!"

Do you think you are ready to face Genoa already?
"It would certainly be nice, but as I've said I don't know if I'll be a first choice. I have to work on my athletic condition even though I'm already doing well. I am making myself available. Leonardo will know how and when to use me and I'm fine with that. I've already scored against Genoa and I'd like to repeat myself, I remember that goal with a lot of emotion. My job is to be useful to this team, even if only for five minutes."

What do you hope for the new year?
"My first hope is to win the Scudetto. Then I hope for health and serenity with my whole family, with whom I will celebrate New Year's in London."

Did you hear Fabio Capello's nice words for you?
"They pleased me very much! Even though I know I have no guarantee of a place at the World Cup I thank him. I'll do what I can to work hard, to help Milan win, then we'll see."

Milan against Manchester. Will you be happy regardless of the result?
"We want to go through in the cup! It will be a great emotion to face Manchester, but I'll do it with Milan's shirt, with the desire to win and go through."

Have you never worried about what your team mates might think about the fact you are coming here for just six months?
"I asked myself that only the first time. I met an exceptional group and I immediately understood that at Milan there is no jealousy. Everyone welcomed me well, they did all they could to make me feel at home. At Milan there is a common objective, which is to win, all the players do what they can to help each other, to make this team win!"
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Video: David's AC Milan Press Conference

Here is the only video available on YouTube right now from the press conference. Just to let you know, there is a lot of Italian translation for those of you who are interested.

David Attends his 1st Press Conference Back with AC Milan

Today, David Beckham attended his first press conference as part of the AC Milan team yet again. He looked amazing as usual in a three piece striped suit embossed with the signature AC Milan red and black logo.

I swear I don't know how Victoria can stand being away from someone this beautiful for six whole months (I know she often visits)... I don't think I could leave him for six days :)

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The Galaxy Press Conference in Seattle

The MLS Cup Finals are among us and in preparation for the big day, the Los Angeles Galaxy held a press conference yesterday at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington.

source: zimbio

Here is a video of the PC:

David Attends a Press Conference in London

After the match, David Beckham spoke with the media during the England Press Conference at The Grove Hotel on Monday, September 7th in Watford, England. He discussed just about everything you could think of...

Here are a few photos from Monday's press conference.

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David Attends his 1st Press Conference Back with the Galaxy

It feels as if it's been a long time coming but David Beckham finally sat down this afternoon, with coach Bruce Arena, for his first press conference back with Los Angeles Galaxy. The conference was held at the W Hotel in Hoboken, New Jersey.

Of course, one of the topics discussed was the comments made by David's teammate Landon Donavon who publically questioned his committment to the Galaxy. Beckham said: "I'm a very honest person. If I didn't want to be here, I wouldn't. I've always been committed to every contract I've had as a soccer player - Manchester United, Real Madrid, Galaxy - and that doesn't change. I'm a very committed person. If people want to question my professionalism and also my commitment, what I will say about that is the fact that I'm willing to travel thousands of miles to play for my country says it all."

He also said that it was coach Bruce Arena who brought the two together to reconcile: "'It was actually the manager that brought us together. We knew that we had to speak once we were back in the same country. We sat down, went through everything. Landon apologised and I told him my view on things and it's forgotten about. I've been criticised by Pele before, I've been criticised by George Best before. And these are people I've respected for my entire career, people I look up to. At the end of the day, it's about the criticism and how it affects you and it doesn't affect me."

source: DL

Press Conference Photos

Here are some up close and personal photos of David during England's press conference yesterday. The conference was held at Grove Hotel in St. Albans, England.

source: Zimbio

David Beckham Speaks at England Press Conference

David Beckham is back in mother England right now as he trains with the national team for their upcoming matches which inlcudes the world cup qualifier. At the England press conference today, David was very vocal about being back in England, surpassing Roger Moore's 108 caps, and AC Milan.

About being in England and his cap record: "Getting to the World Cup as quickly as possible is the biggest thing for us now. I'm just happy to be in the squad and hopefully be making that 109th cap. Whether it comes as a start or as a substitute, it's more important that I am here with the players and here with the squad. Every time I meet up with England it's a huge honour. Every player feels like that. To be on the amount of caps I'm on at the moment is a great honour for me."

About becoming more disciplined thanks to AC Milan: "It's the discipline of defence. That's one of the biggest things I've learnt since I have been in Milan. I'm ecstatic to be where I am at the moment, to be still in the (England) squad playing well and feeling as fit as I have for a long time."

About surpassing Roger Moore's record: "I'm not looking at that record at all at the moment. I take each game as it comes because I know how quickly it can change. AC Milan has given me the chance to play at that higher level but we'll see. Every time I meet up with the team it's a bonus."

About playing at home: "It's hard to explain. You can play at a place like Wembley and be exceptional every game, but we haven't had that. We have had the odd occasion or a first half. We need to make it our home and I don't think we have done that yet. But I think we have proved what a good team we are away from home."

Video: David Discusses his Future

Here is a really quick clip of David Beckham discussing his future during an AC Milan press conference yesterday.

David Beckham Arrives in Bremen

David Beckham and AC Milan arrived in Bremen this afternoon ahead of their match tomorrow. David looked good as new with no signs of a leg injury as he carried his luggage from the plane's staircase. The team headed off to lunch and then back to their hotel while the coaches held a press conference where Beckham's fate was a topic. Adriano Galliani told the press: "Beckham? We are negotiating, trying to solve the problem compatibly with a series of things. There is still time. The will of the player is to stay. There is still a bit of distance but on Friday could be the decisive day, we shall see how the situation evolves." Carlo Ancelotti said: "We would like to keep Beckham, we have said it more than once, it depends on the two clubs." I guess we will finally have an official answer this week - I hope!

source: DayLife, Getty