David Beckham defends Victoria over viral World Cup reaction

David Beckham defended wife Victoria Beckham after her muted reaction to England's dramatic World Cup quarter-final victory over Norway went viral, joking that she was "celebrating inside."

People reported the former England captain made the light-hearted remark after fans noticed Victoria remained seated as Jude Bellingham scored the winning goal in England's 2-1 extra-time victory on July 11.

Victoria's reaction sparks online attention

David and Victoria watched the match from the stands at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium alongside their children Romeo, Cruz and Harper, as well as their children's partners.

While David leapt to his feet to celebrate Bellingham's winning goal, Victoria appeared to stay seated and reached for her phone, prompting social media users to comment on her subdued reaction.

Comedian Jenny Johnson later shared the clip on Instagram, joking about Victoria's apparent lack of excitement during one of England's biggest moments of the tournament.

David responds with humorous defence

David responded to the post in the comments, insisting his wife was enjoying the moment despite her calm appearance.

"She was celebrating inside I promise," he wrote, adding that "her reactions were slightly slower than mine."

Another social media user joked that Victoria had watched enough football over the years and compared it to accompanying a spouse to work every day.

Victoria has addressed her public image before

The fashion designer previously spoke about her serious public persona in her 2025 Netflix docuseries, Victoria Beckham.

She explained that she often appeared unsmiling in photographs because she preferred being photographed from one side, adding that she was "smiling on the inside" even if it did not always show on camera.

England will next face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday, with a place in the tournament final at stake.