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The biggest wins in bets on matches involving David Beckham
Here are some of the biggest bets won on matches involving David Beckham including his wonder strike for Man Utd against Wimbledon.
David Beckham is a football legend whose career in England, Spain and the USA has given the world some unforgettable moments. Matches involving him often caused a sensation, especially at Manchester United, where he spent his best years.
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Goal from the centre of the field against Wimbledon (1996)
On 17 August 1996, Manchester United faced Wimbledon in the first round of the Premier League. The match took place at Selhurst Park Stadium. United dominated, but the score remained 0-0 in the 24th minute. Beckham, a 21-year-old midfielder, received a pass in his own half. Wimbledon goalkeeper Dave Bibby came far out of his penalty area, and Beckham, without hesitation, shot from 57 metres. The ball curled into the empty net.
The game ended in a 2-0 victory for United (the second goal was scored by Eric Cantona). This goal became iconic: the odds on Beckham scoring from the centre of the pitch were estimated at 100:1 and above, as he was a newcomer to the starting line-up. Bettors who bet on the exact score or individual goal won millions. Fact: the goal was voted the best in Premier League history by fans.
Dramatic goal against Greece for England (2001)
On 6 October 2001, England hosted Greece at Old Trafford in a qualifying match for the 2002 World Cup. England risked missing out on the tournament: before the game, they had 3 points after three matches. Greece led 1-0 after David Hughes’ own goal in the 68th minute. In the 90th minute, Teddy Sheringham equalised to make it 1-1.
In added time (93rd minute), Beckham, the team captain, took a free kick from 30 metres. The ball, curled perfectly, flew into the top corner. The victory took England to the play-offs. The match was watched by 25 million Britons. The odds on Beckham scoring from open play were 20:1, and on England drawing or losing 5:1. Bettors who took a chance on England not losing or the midfielder scoring hit the jackpot.
Champions League final against Bayern Munich (1999)
On 26 May 1999, Manchester United played Bayern in the final at Camp Nou. Bayern led 1-0 from the 6th minute (goal by Mario Basler). United dominated but failed to score: Teddy Sheringham equalised in the 91st minute (1-1, Beckham assist). In the 93rd minute, Solskjaer scored the winner after a Beckham corner.
Beckham, who played 90 minutes, provided two key passes. The match was part of the Treble (Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League). The odds on United coming back from 0-1 down were 50-1, and 1000-1 on two goals in added time. Bettors who bet on a narrow victory won huge sums.
La Liga victory with Real Madrid over Alcorcón (2007)
On 17 June 2007, Real Madrid faced Mallorca at the Santiago Bernabéu in the last round of La Liga. Real needed a win to secure the title (Barcelona were playing at the same time). The score was 0-0 until the 60th minute. Beckham, who came on as a substitute, passed to Ronaldo (1-0, 61st). In the 90+3rd minute, Raúl made it 2-1.
Real won the title for the first time in Beckham’s four years at the club. He played 33 matches, scored 4 goals and made 11 assists. The odds for Real Madrid to score in the second half were 3:1, and for a comeback 10:1. Bettors who bet on Real Madrid to win and Beckham to score an assist hit the jackpot.
MLS comeback by Los Angeles Galaxy in the final (2011)
On 20 November 2011, the Galaxy played Houston Dynamo in the MLS final. Houston led 1:0 until the 72nd minute. Beckham, the captain, passed to Landon Donovan (1:1, 72nd). David Beckham scored from a free kick in the 87th minute, giving the Galaxy their first title in Beckham’s five years with the club.
He played 98 matches, scored 18 goals and made 39 assists. The odds for a comeback after 0-1 were 15-1, and for Beckham to score, 8-1. An American bettor placed $500 on a Galaxy win and won $7,500. Fact: Beckham’s contract boosted the popularity of MLS, with attendance increasing by 40%.
