Football Legend David Beckham Likely To Attend India vs New Zealand Semifinal Clash In Mumbai

14.11.2023 - 06:21 sports.ndtv.com

Former England footballer David Beckham is likely to be in attendance alongside India icon Sachin Tendulkar and a host of celebrities watch the India vs New Zealand semi-final clash at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday.

The football legend is on a three-day visit to India and is likely to mark his presence at the Wankhede. Several other former cricketers, film personalities and sports stars are also likely to be in the VVIP gallery as India clash with New Zealand.

Beckham is in India as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. The International Cricket Council has entered into a partnership with UNICEF to empower women and girls and promote inclusion and gender equality through cricket.

Hosts India have displayed a quality performance at the ongoing extravagant tournament and maintained their nine-game winning streak.

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