David Beckham inducts fundraiser Sir Tom Moore as honorary Lionhearts captain

Fundraiser Captain Sir Tom Moore has become the first member of the Lionhearts squad of inspirational heroes, receiving a personal visit from David Beckham.

The former England skipper made a trip to Captain Sir Tom's Bedfordshire home to hand over a framed football shirt and to say thank you.

Beckham said: "The highlight of my whole career was being made England captain. To have Sir Tom as our captain - it doesn't get any better than that."

He added: "Everyone was aware at some point of this amazing man but I think he went above and beyond any expectations out there."

He was named as honorary captain of the Lionhearts, an initiative honouring inspirational people who have gone above and beyond during the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.

Captain Sir Tom said: "It is very kind of you and I am delighted to receive that honour especially from you. Thank you very much indeed."

The Second World War veteran, whose original fundraising target was £1,000, raised nearly £33 million for the NHS by his 100th birthday by walking laps of his garden. He also won the hearts of the nation along the long way.