Beckham names Messi and Zidane as football's greatest

David Beckham has named his two greatest football players of all time, leaving out Cristiano Ronaldo. The former England and Manchester United star believes Zinedine Zidane and Lionel Messi are the best. Beckham played alongside Zidane at Real Madrid. He has said that training with Zidane was a dream and called him the greatest player ever. The two played together for three years and scored five goals in 102 games. Recently, Beckham shifted his view, declaring Messi as the best player. In a Q&A session, he praised Messi, saying he is the best in the world and of all time. Messi has won a record eight Ballon d'Or awards, including one while playing for Beckham's Inter Miami. Beckham also spoke highly of Messi's work ethic at Inter Miami. He noted Messi's dedication to helping younger players and his commitment to training. Beckham said Messi is humble and always willing to support his teammates.