He welcomed Lionel Messi to his team as a bumper signing in July.
And Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham proved himself squandering the dividends paid out on Sunday when he watched football legend help Inter Miami beat LAFC.
Ahead of the match, the Briton, 48, was spotted looking smart as he appeared in shirt, tie and slacks as he left a Manhattan Beach hotel with Messi for the high-stakes match in the 30th round of the Major League Soccer.
Having recently unveiled a buzzcut, David added an edgy touch to the ensemble with his new hairstyle as he greeted a female cohort before entering the game, where Inter Miami won by an incredible final score of 3-1.
During the match, David looked understandably tense as he looked at the team he co-owns with Jorge Mas, frowning as he watched from the side.
Stretched! Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham proved he had spent big on mega-acquisition Lionel Messi paying dividends on Sunday as he watched football legend help Inter Miami beat LAFC
Wow! Messi worked hard to earn his megabucks wages during the thrilling match
Prepare! Ahead of the match, the Briton, 48, was spotted looking smart as he appeared in shirt, tie and slacks as he left a Manhattan Beach hotel with Messi for the high-stakes match in the 30th round of the Major League Soccer.
Chilled: Messi looked relaxed as he stepped outside before the match
Hunky: David was looking sharply ahead of the game as he greeted the cohorts outside his hotel
All smiles: he shook hands and smiled for his support on the field
Family: David’s son, Cruz Beckham, 18, was also pictured arriving at the game
A host of A-list celebrities joined David and his sons Brooklyn, 24, and Cruz, 18, to watch the game at LA’s BMO Stadium.
News of Messi’s signing was football’s worst kept secret for some time, but following an inauguration ceremony attended by all the Beckhams in July, Messi was officially an Inter Miami player and will earn $60 million a year.
His presence at the game proved as sensational as promised as the team thrashed their rivals with David’s watchful eye on the side.
In addition to the owner sitting on the field, the stars were also on hand with Leonardo DiCaprio, 48, joining in on the fun opting for his signature laid-back look, sporting sunglasses, a baseball cap, a t-shirt and a t-shirt . shirt and dark jacket for the event.
The Wolf of Wall Street actor kept his cool on the hot day by eating a white ice cream as he watched Inter Miami win the match with a 3-1 final score.
Other familiar faces at the game included Selena Gomez, Prince Harry, laughing and joking with LAFC co-owner Will Ferrell, as well as Edward Norton, Owen Wilson, Jason Sudeikis, Mario Lopez, Tyga, and Brendan Hunt.
Prince Harry, 38, wore a navy blue blazer over a blue button placket for the match. He chuckled and gleefully crumpled up an LAFC scarf as he cheered on his team.
His wife Meghan Markle was also supposed to appear at the stadium, but was not spotted with her husband.
Yes! News of Messi’s signing was football’s worst kept secret for some time, but after an inauguration ceremony attended by all the Beckhams in July, Messi was officially an Inter Miami player and will earn $60 million a year.
Sports fan: In addition to the owner sitting on the field, the stars were also on hand with Leonardo DiCaprio, 48, joining in on the fun and opting for his signature laid-back look, sporting sunglasses, a baseball hat, a t-shirt and a dark jacket for the event
Dizzy: Prince Harry, 38, looked giddy as he watched the action unfold
Messi’s first game in Miami took place on July 21 in the Leagues Cup. Miami has won nine of their last ten games with the help of Messi.
Welcoming Messi to the team in July, David gave an emotional speech saying: ’10 years ago I started my journey to build a new MLS team.
“I said then that I dreamed of bringing the best players in the world, Florida and the great city of Miami. Players who shared our ambition to grow football in this country, who would inspire the next generation and help build a legacy in this sport.
“Please forgive me for feeling a little emotional tonight. It really is a dream come true to welcome Lionel Messi to Inter Miami. Leo, we are so proud that you have chosen this club for the next phase of your career. Welcome to the family.
“We are also so proud to welcome the one and only Sergio Busquets. One of the most complete midfielders of his generation.’
Messi, meanwhile, said: “Thank you very much. First of all I want to thank all the residents of Miami for this welcome, this affection. I want to thank you for the kindness and love you have given me. This happened so fast…
Winner: Inter Miami won the game with a 3-1 final score
Impressed! Singer Selena Gomez, 31, looked shocked as she watched LAFC goalkeeper John McCarthy make an impressive save from Messi
Relaxed fit: Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis, 47, rocked an orange hoodie and red-and-black hat to the event
“I’m very happy to be here, to be with you. I want to thank Jose (co-owner of Mas, Miami) and David (Beckham) for the welcome.
‘They make it easy for us, everything has been spectacular since we arrived. I really want to train and participate. I want to win so that the club can continue to grow.
“I hope you will join us as you have since the start of the season. I thank my new colleagues for the welcome.
‘I am very happy that I chose this city, for this project, together with my family. I have no doubt that we will have a good time. Many thanks to everyone for this day.’