NEW Gallery: England vs. Andorra
We’ve got the match gallery up, so enjoy the photos of David’s reappearance in the starting 11. Does all feel right with the world? ;)

England vs. Andorra Highlights
Here’s a clip of the match’s goals and highlights!

Chelsea will become super-fit under Carlo Ancelotti – David Beckham

David Beckham thinks Chelsea will become one of the fittest teams in the world under Carlo Ancelotti.

Ancelotti, Beckham’s former boss at AC Milan, will arrive at the Blues’ Cobham training centre next month armed with the secrets of the Milanello complex in Italy.

And Beckham, who refuses to rule out a return to the Premier League and could yet be reunited with the Italian at Stamford Bridge, has had personal experience of the Ancelotti effect – his fitness levels improving enormously under the coach.

Beckham said: “Milan is one of the best clubs for fitness and for working that I’ve ever been at. Having spent a long time at Manchester United, that is saying something.

“It helped me a lot. A lot of the things to do with fitness were his idea. I’m sure he’ll take that into Chelsea.

“It will be good for them. He’ll make sure that a lot of hard work goes on at the club.

“Italian managers are renowned for a lot of technical work. He’ll improve that area at Chelsea as well.” Keep reading

Manchester United’s #7’s – a History
Reader Sita pointed out this article about notable #7s in United’s history, as the sale of Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid unfolds. Becks is discussed:

The Third – Graduated

David Beckham possessed all the necessary credentials of a future Manchester United captain had it not been for a lifestyle outside of football that increasingly worried Ferguson due to it’s Hollywood nature.

His dedication, drive, and professionalism were unrivalled. He was proud to wear the famous red strip of United whether he was playing Barcelona or Barnsley. He was a constant threat from dead-ball situations, a long-range passer, and an inspiration to others in the squad due to his attitude during training.

His acrimonious departure in 2003 paved a further road of seasons without league titles, and Ferguson’s ability to continue at the top level was even, unfairly, doubted by some sections of the media, as well as the supporters as United did not claim a further top flight honour until 2007, that title was to be followed by two more. The second Premier League treble. Oh, and another Champions League win.

All aided by the next heir to the no.7 jersey; Cristiano Ronaldo. Read more here