David Beckham is getting paid some $250 million over the next five years to play soccer and sell merchandise in the United States. He is worth every penny and more.

The Los Angeles Galaxy made a sound investment. There is risk, of course – Becks could suffer a career-ending injury as easily as the next guy – but the Galaxy will make their money. Forbes magazine says Real Madrid made $600 million off Becks during his four years there.

Most people have trouble wrapping their heads around someone being worth $250 million to play a game – just ask Alex Rodriguez. And the fact that soccer isn’t exactly the king of American sports makes many a fan wonder if Beckham is worth all the attention, let alone the cash.

The world (America included) needs David Beckham. Forget about the soccer; for that matter, forget about the celebrity. David Beckham is a role model. Take a moment to read his story and you’ll see why.

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