David Beckham Reveals Plans to Create Women’s Team at Inter Miami
Former England international and co-owner of Inter Miami, David Beckham, has announced that the club has long-standing plans to establish a women’s team. Beckham, along with fellow co-owners Jorge and Jose Mas, has been discussing the development of a women’s team since they first purchased the franchise. Beckham also cited his daughter Harper as a motivating factor in his desire to form a women’s team.
Beckham expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “I’ve always talked about having a women’s team within the club. It’s something that we’ve spoken about from day one. To bring a women’s team into our club would be something that we are definitely going to do. Having a daughter of my own, I want her to be inspired by something every single day.”
Inter Miami, which was acquired by Beckham’s ownership group in 2014, began playing in the MLS in 2020. While Inter Miami’s plans to create a women’s team are exciting, they are not the first MLS side to have links to a women’s team. Three other MLS ownership groups also operate NWSL (National Women’s Soccer League) clubs: Portland Timbers and Portland Thorns, Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash, and Orlando City and Orlando Pride.
Furthermore, there are additional examples of USL (United Soccer League) sides that have connections to NWSL teams. The owners of North Carolina and Louisville City also run NWSL sides North Carolina Courage and Racing Louisville, respectively. Additionally, OL Reign is operated by the owners of Ligue 1 and Division One Feminine side Olympique Lyonnais.
Beckham’s involvement in women’s soccer extends beyond Inter Miami. As a visible supporter of the England Women’s team, he visited the squad before their 2019 World Cup quarter-final against Norway when they were managed by his former Manchester United teammate, Phil Neville.
Beckham’s commitment to women’s soccer is not limited to the professional level. In 2018, Salford City, a League Two club that Beckham has co-owned since 2019, formed a women’s side. The Salford City Lionesses currently compete in the North West Women’s Football League, which is the fifth tier of English football.
The announcement of Inter Miami’s plans to create a women’s team aligns with the growing trend of MLS clubs expanding into women’s soccer. This move not only provides more opportunities for female players but also helps to promote gender equality in the sport.
The inclusion of women’s teams within MLS clubs allows for greater exposure and support for women’s soccer. It also provides young girls with role models and inspiration to pursue their dreams in the sport. Beckham’s personal connection to his daughter Harper further emphasizes the importance of creating these opportunities for young girls to be inspired.
As the popularity of women’s soccer continues to rise globally, it is crucial for clubs and organizations to invest in the development and growth of the women’s game. The establishment of a women’s team at Inter Miami demonstrates their commitment to promoting gender equality and providing equal opportunities for female athletes.
In conclusion, David Beckham and his co-owners at Inter Miami have revealed their long-standing plans to create a women’s team within the club. This announcement aligns with the growing trend of MLS clubs expanding into women’s soccer and promoting gender equality in the sport. By providing opportunities for female athletes and inspiring young girls, Inter Miami is taking a significant step towards the development and growth of women’s soccer.