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Romeo Beckham

Romeo Beckham is an English former footballer and model, born on 1 September 2002 in London.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Romeo Beckham is an English former footballer and model, born on 1 September 2002 in London. He is the second son of David Beckham and Victoria Beckham and played as a winger before leaving football in 2024 to focus on modelling.

Early life

Romeo Beckham was born in London on 1 September 2002 as the second child of David Beckham and Victoria Beckham. He grew up in a high-profile family involved in football and entertainment.

Football career

Beckham played youth football, including a spell with Arsenal’s academy. He later joined the Inter Miami system, playing for Inter Miami CF II, and also played for Brentford B. His position was mainly on the right wing.

Modelling career

Aside from football, Beckham has worked as a model from a young age. By 2024, reports indicated that he had retired from football to prioritise modelling, having been featured in fashion campaigns.

Personal life

Beckham is part of one of the best-known families in British popular culture. Public coverage often focuses on both his sporting and fashion-related activities.

Key facts

  • Romeo Beckham was born in London on 1 September 2002.
  • He is the second child of David Beckham and Victoria Beckham.
  • He played youth football at Arsenal and later represented Inter Miami CF II and Brentford B.
  • He retired from football in 2024 to focus on modelling.
  • He has worked as a model for fashion brands and campaigns.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Romeo Beckham?
Romeo Beckham is an English model and former footballer, and the son of David Beckham and Victoria Beckham.
When was Romeo Beckham born?
He was born on 1 September 2002.
What position did Romeo Beckham play?
He played mainly as a winger, especially on the right side.
Which clubs did Romeo Beckham play for?
He was associated with Arsenal’s youth setup, Inter Miami CF II, and Brentford B.
Did Romeo Beckham retire from football?
Yes. Reports in 2024 said he was leaving football to focus on modelling.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romeo_Beckham
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, family background, and overview as an English model and former footballer.
  2. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/58621611
    Supports: His debut for Fort Lauderdale and connection to Inter Miami.
  3. Inter Miami CF — https://www.intermiamicf.com/players/romeo-beckham/
    Supports: His time with Inter Miami CF II and loan to Brentford B.
  4. Sports Illustrated — https://www.si.com/soccer/2023/06/18/romeo-beckham-son-david-beckham-signs-epl-club-brentford
    Supports: His move to Brentford B and football statistics.
  5. People — https://people.com/all-about-david-victoria-beckham-son-romeo-james-8383607
    Supports: Family background, modelling work, and reported focus on fashion.
  6. beIN SPORTS — https://www.beinsports.com/en-us/soccer/articles-video/the-reason-romeo-beckham-is-retiring-from-football-at-22-2024-09-04
    Supports: 2024 reports that he was ending his football career to focus on fashion.