David Beckham responds to Joe Lycett’s criticism of World Cup controversy

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David Beckham responds to Joe Lycett’s criticism of World Cup controversy

David Beckham has reacted to comedian Joe Lycett’s heavy criticism over his involvement in the controversial Qatar World Cup.

The legendary former footballer thinks it can be seen as a positive that the debate on key issues has been stimulated by the World Cup being played in the country.

Lycell shredded 10,000 fakes on his show in a bid to register his protest urging Beckham to back out of his 10million World Cup contract because homosexuality is illegal in the host country.

The comedian read Beckham’s response on a special edition of his show Joe Lycett’s Got Your Back after repeatedly asking the sports star to comment on the question.

David has been involved in a number of World Cups and other major international tournaments both as a player and an ambassador and has always believed that sport has the power to be a force for good in the world , Beckham said.

Football, the most popular sport in the world, has a real ability to bring people together and make a real contribution to communities, the statement added.

We understand that there are different and entrenched views on engagement in the Middle East, but we consider it positive that debate on key issues has been stimulated directly by the hosting of the first FIFA World Cup people in the region.

We hope that these conversations will lead to greater understanding and empathy for all and that progress will be made, he concluded.

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