David Beckham has jumped to his wife Victoria’s defence after her notably restrained response during England’s World Cup quarter-final triumph sparked mockery and backlash online.
The former England captain has stepped in following a wave of social media jokes about the fashion designer’s composed demeanour during Saturday’s dramatic 2-1 victory against Norway.
The Beckham family watched from prime seats at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium for the quarter-final clash, with David, 51, joined by Victoria, 52, and three of their four children: Romeo, 23, Cruz, 21, and Harper, 15.
When Jude Bellingham found the net during first-half stoppage time with a crucial equaliser, the former England captain leapt from his seat in celebration alongside his children.
“F***ing get in,” the former Man United winger exclaimed. Victoria, however, remained firmly in her chair while staring emotionless into space.
Images capturing the wildly different responses between the animated David and his wife quickly circulated online.
It is worth noting that the fashion mogul, who famously rarely smiles in public, was later spotted clapping along as England completed their comeback.
After the images went viral, American comedian Jenny Johnson posted a tongue-in-cheek tribute to Victoria on X and Instagram.
Ms Johnson sarcastically praised Victoria as England’s “number one fan” and joked about her “infectious” Posh Spice smile.
Sir David responded directly to the post with a string of laughing emojis before penning an explanation in favour of his spouse.
He wrote: “She was celebrating inside, I promise. Her reactions were slightly slower than mine.”
Ms Johnson’s full post read: “There’s nothing like cheering your heart out for England from home, then they cut to Victoria and we see that classic Posh Spice smile! It’s so infectious!
“I used to think I got animated while watching sports, but Victoria blows my enthusiasm out of the water! Each time I see her I shout, ‘SPICE UP YOUR LIFE!!!!’ because her energy is electric!!!” (sic)
Before long, many of Ms Johnson’s followers also took to the comments to share their opinions. “She’s watched enough football in her life. I mean I don’t get excited when my husband takes me to his office,” one Instagram user remarked in the comments section.
“Victoria being Victoria… I love her so much !! She’s just a vibe,” a second added, while a third weighed in: “If Victoria was doing anything BUT this, I would be concerned. She’s giving classic, iconic Posh!”
Another concurred: “She is the OG lady of football and is an ICON. She isn’t Posh Spice for nothing.” (sic)
Following the match on Saturday night, David posted a family photograph alongside his wife and three of his four children.
Celebrating the victory, he penned: “What a moment in Miami, I’m so proud of the team tonight reaching the semi-final of the World Cup and to celebrate with my family was so special…
“Thank you @england for giving our country these moments.” (sic)
Victoria shared similar images, writing: “Special moment tonight in Miami with my family and for our country.”
Their eldest son, Brooklyn, remains estranged from his family. He avoided any mention of England’s World Cup win on his own social pages.
Instead, he returned to social media over the weekend alongside his wife, Nicola Peltz.
The actress and performer shared several snaps of Brooklyn posing with her on the set of a new filming project.
