Beckham Takes a Stand After 4-1 Loss
David Beckham didn’t stay silent after Inter Miami’s heaviest defeat in the Lionel Messi era.
Following a 4-1 loss to Minnesota United on Saturday night in St. Paul, the Inter Miami co-owner took to the comments section of Minnesota’s official Instagram account, responding to what he saw as disrespectful posts mocking the result.
The Instagram Jab: “Pink Phony Club”
Among the posts that triggered Beckham’s reaction was a caption that read “Pink Phony Club” — a jab at Miami’s signature kits and a play on the pop song Pink Pony Club by Chappell Roan.
Beckham, clearly unimpressed, replied directly:
“Show a little respect, be elegant in triumph.”
But Minnesota didn’t stop there.
“History Over Hype”: The Banner and the Message
The club doubled down with another image from the stadium showing a banner that read:
“History over hype, culture over cash”
The words “hype” and “cash” were highlighted in pink — a pointed reference to Inter Miami’s flashy brand and big-name signings.
Beckham fired back once more:
“Respect over everything.”
Minnesota’s Statement Win
While the post-match discourse grabbed headlines, Minnesota’s on-field performance spoke just as loudly. Goals came from Bongokuhle Hlongwane, Anthony Markanich, and Robin Lod, while an own goal from Marcelo Weigandt capped off the night.
Lionel Messi did manage a goal for Inter Miami, but it wasn’t enough to prevent the team’s second loss of the season.
What’s Next for Miami?
Now 6-2-3 on the year, Inter Miami will aim to regroup quickly as they prepare for a road match against the San Jose Earthquakes on Wednesday.
Veteran striker Luis Suárez is expected to return to the lineup — a potential boost for a squad that has relied heavily on Messi for attacking inspiration.
Final Word
The match may be over, but the message from Beckham was clear: wins and losses come and go, but respect is non-negotiable — especially when the spotlight is brightest.
