David Beckham’s Emotional Farewell to Sven-Goran Eriksson - A Manager Remembered

David Beckham has paid a moving tribute to former England manager SVN goren Ericson following the news of his passing at age 76 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer on Instagram Beckham shared an emotional clip of what he believed was their final meeting showing the two walking talking and laughing at Ericson's home and Son Sweden the tribute follows Ericson's death earlier today with his family announcing that he passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones in the caption Beckham reflected on the significance of their last encounter we laughed we cried and we knew we were saying goodbye Sven thank you for always being the person you have always been passionate caring calm and a true gentlemen he added I will be forever grateful for you making me your captain but I will forever hold these last memories of this day with you and your family Beckham's heartfelt tribute liked over 350,000 times Within hours of being posted struck a cord with football fans worldwide the video was reportedly filmed earlier this year around the time Ericson revealed that Beckham had visited him bringing along a personal chef and a selection of wines linked to Milestones in Ericson's career these included vintages from 1948 the year Erikson was born in 1982 when he won the UEFA cup with IFK Gabor Erikson who managed England from 2001 to 2006 is remembered not only for his tactical prowess but also for his calm demeanor during some of English football's most intense moments under his guidance England enjoyed historic victories including the iconic 5 to1 win against Germany in 2001 and the unforgettable last minute equalizer against Greece that secured World Cup qualification despite never winning a major trophy with the England team Erikson was instrumental in nurturing some of England's greatest football talents including Beckham Steven Gerard and Wayne Rooney his influence extended Beyond football as he remained a beloved figure known for his warmth and humility Erikson's family released a statement expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support during his illness they shared that Sven was deeply touched by the many tributes and visits he received in his final months the statement included a poignant message from Ericson himself I have had the best job in the world and I was happy every day for long periods it's been fantastic football legends and fans alike have been paying respects to Erikson celebrating his legacy in the memories he created both on and off the pitch his optimistic Outlook even in the face of a terminal diagnosis served as a final Testament to his strength and character