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.

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.