David Beckham Celebrates Qatar World Cup in Speech amid Criticism
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David Beckham called the 2022 Qatar World Cup a 'platform for progress' amid criticism over his involvement in the controversial soccer tournament
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Russia and Qatar Expand Soccer's Global Footprint - The New York Times
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David Beckham 'has frustrated Qatar World Cup organizers' in $150m ambassadorial role
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David Beckham faces fresh criticism after backing Qatar during last year's World Cup - Irish Mirror Online
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How much is David Beckham earning from Qatar World Cup?
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Featured products David Beckham Celebrates Qatar World Cup in
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Jamie Carragher slams FIFA's cynical World Cup ploy amid David Beckham ambassador role - Mirror Online
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Jeers for Beckham as he vows to bring Miami back - RTHK
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David Beckham Celebrates Qatar World Cup in Speech amid Criticism
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Did David Beckham Win A World Cup? 'Beckham' Explores His Career
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David Beckham claims World Cup will be platform for progress and tolerance, David Beckham