Football legend David Beckham has hailed Captain Sir Tom Moore as the “very best of British” following his death at the age of 100. He has paid a very emotional tribute to him as we show you some of his last days when still alive.
The veteran and charity fundraiser died in Bedford Hospital on Tuesday morning after testing positive for coronavirus. The former footballer shared the message alongside a video of his encounter with Sir Tom last year.
Beckham met Sir Tom when he presented him with a framed football shirt after he became the first member of the Lionhearts squad of inspirational heroes.
He described him as a “true hero” on Instagram, adding: “What he achieved for our NHS will never be forgotten.
“Tom, you were truly the very best of British.“When our country and our world was struggling you gave us hope, put a smile on our faces and made us believe that tomorrow would be a good day. Rest in Peace Sir Tom.”
In the video, filmed at Sir Tom’s Bedfordshire home, the former England captain said he knew he “had to dress up today”.
