Players back Beckham, but it's one game at a time
AFP, June, 2007
LONDON (AFP) — David Beckham won universal praise from his team-mates after his triumphant comeback in Friday's 1-1 draw with Brazil at the new Wembley.
However the Real Madrid star insists he has never taken his England place for granted, and is simply taking it one game at a time as he edges towards 100 caps.
Beckham marked his first appearance for his country in 11 months by setting up skipper John Terry's 68th minute opener with a trademark free-kick only for Diego to equalise in injury-time.
Beckham brought an authority to the right-side of midfield which has been lacking and his testing crosses and dead ball skills were a welcome addition to Steve McClaren's side.
One hundred caps is now back on the horizon for Beckham after he clocked up number 95 but he is adamant he has always had to ...