Sir David Beckham has said he felt “humbled” by young people he met in India during his first Unicef trip since he received his knighthood earlier this month.

The football star, 50, attended the Cooperage Football Grounds in Mumbai on Thursday where he met children and young people from underserved communities who are being supported by the Oscar Foundation.

The charity uses football to encourage children to stay in school and equip them with important life skills.

“I am humbled by the drive, resilience and passion of the children and young people I met today who are fighting for change at an early age and having a say in their future,” Sir David, who is a goodwill ambassador for Unicef, said.

“They are truly inspirational and have conquered many challenges to be where they are today.

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