Beckham Criticizes Minnesota United Over Social Media Mock

David Beckham, co-owner of Inter Miami, publicly criticized Minnesota United after the team mocked Miami on social media following a 4-1 Major League Soccer defeat. Minnesota's official accounts called Miami the 'Pink Phony Club,' referencing their kit color and a pop song, and posted a banner reading 'History over hype. Culture over cash.' Beckham responded by urging Minnesota to 'show a little respect' and 'be elegant in triumph.' The loss was Inter Miami's heaviest since Lionel Messi joined and increased pressure on head coach Javier Mascherano after a poor run of form. Minnesota's win moved them ahead of Miami in the standings, intensifying online debate among fans about culture, spending, and the league's future. The controversy has sparked wider discussion on sportsmanship and rivalry within MLS.