It started out as a ceremony to congratulate LA Galaxy for winning the US soccer league.But thanks to Barack Obama, the White House reception swiftly turned into a Mickey-taking session at the expense of David Beckham.
Turning to the 37-year-old player, the president described him as a "young up and comer".He added: "I have to say I gave David Beckham a hard time, and told him half the team could be his kids. We're getting old, David.''Much to the amusement of David's team-mates, the ribbing continued. "He is tough. It is rare a man can be that tough on the field and also have his own line of underwear," said the premier. David took it all on the chin, smiling with embarrassment while his sports colleagues roared with laughter. LA Galaxy were shown around the presidential abode after the speech, during which they presented Mr Obama with a personised team shirt.
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