David Beckham is going to be awarded a knighthood in King Charles’ birthday honors list next week. He will be awarded for his soccer career and contribution to British society, according to multiple reports.

David Beckham, the former England soccer captain who has been an ambassador for the U.N. children’s fund, is to receive a knighthood in next week’s honors list from King Charles III, according to U.K.

British soccer star-turned-business mogul David Beckham is reportedly set to receive his knighthood next week, after waiting in line for the honor for 14 years.