Beckham Comments on Figo's FIFA Presidential Bid — bleacherreport.com

David Beckham has spoken out in support of former team-mate Luis Figo's bid to take over as the next president of FIFA.   The former Manchester United and Real Madrid star midfielder said in a statement to the Associated Press he approves of Figo's bid to replace Sepp Blatter, highlighting that FIFA needs individuals who are "passionate" about the sport: I welcome the candidacy of my friend Luis [Figo] for FIFA president. Any successful organisation needs to have good people who are passionate about the game and want to do the best for fans.

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