English soccer clubs sometimes play "testimonials," in which they bring back their older stars for a friendly match of former rivals. Like parades or bowling parties, it's a nice way to make the old folk feel appreciated for still being around. Yesterday, with Man United playing Juventus in the Gary Neville Testimonial, 36-year-old not-quite-has-been David Beckham showed his worth by capturing a young fan who'd run onto the pitch and then delivering a trademark corner kick as the kid got cuffed behind him.
He's still got it, and by "it" all we really mean is functioning legs.
English soccer clubs sometimes play "testimonials," in which they bring back their older stars for a friendly match of former rivals. Like parades or bowling parties, it's a nice way to make the old folk feel appreciated for still being around. Yesterday, with Man United playing Juventus in the Gary Neville Testimonial, 36-year-old not-quite-has-been David Beckham showed his worth by capturing a young fan who'd run onto the pitch and then delivering a trademark corner kick as the kid got cuffed behind him.















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