Hindsight is a wonderful thing.
I love scoring goals for England and playing for England. That's one of the reasons I didn't retire - I love playing for my country.
I am happier now than I have ever been.
People react to criticism in different ways, and my way is definitely to come out fighting.
There's room for boys' and girls' football in the world-that's what I believe.
I don't think I'm really in a situation to complain, because I consider myself to be privileged to be doing what I do.
Some people think that I haven't got the brains to be that clever.
I'm a big fan of old boots.
Interviewer: Would it be fair to describe you as a volatile player? Beckham: Well, I can play in the centre, on the right and occasionally on the left side.
I'm a very stubborn person. I think it has helped me over my career. I'm sure it has hindered me at times as well, but not too many times. I know that if I set my mind to do something, even if people are saying I can't do it, I will achieve it.
Soccer is a magical game.
[Meeting Mandela] was the highlight of my career; to meet such a great man and a strong man and such a passionate man about sport and life will always stay with me.
When I was seven I wanted to be a footballer, but when I was 14, I wanted to be a model. Look where it's put me now!
I don't think I have reached a plateau. I have just reached the level where I am today. But I need to go above it.
I always wanted to be a hairdresser.
I think of Milan every day, really. I was really happy at Milanello. I love the team, the staff, everybody who works there. I love the fans. I miss Milan badly, I miss Italy. I don't miss a single [Milan] game, and I don't understand those that say that Calcio is in difficulty. It's so competitive and complete.
I like nice clothes, whether they're dodgy or not.
I have come to accept that if I have a new haircut it is front page news. But having a picture of my foot on the front page of a national newspaper is a bit exceptional.
Like any parent, I just want the best for my kids, whatever they decide to do. They will choose what path they want to follow, and we will always be there to encourage them.
That was in the past - we're in the future now.
I love football and I love winning, and when things aren't going right I get annoyed.
When I was a kid, I thought my dad was a little bit harsh with me at times. Sometimes I needed an arm around me instead of my dad telling me what I did wrong, but it obviously worked.
I don't regret the decision to retire. My body was losing its edge. I was taking longer to recover from injuries. You have to get out at some point.
Kids can have great passion and great ability but if you have the facilities for your particular sport that can give you the inspiration to become a sportsman.
I know that, as captain, you are in a privileged position and must always abide by Fifa's code of fair play, something which I have always done throughout my career.
