David Beckham Lands in Fortnite: Release Date, Skins, Bundle & Everything We Know
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Phil Roberts 
Look out, football fans, because the Fortnite x David Beckham collaboration brings the England legend to Battle Royale.
Football icon David Beckham is officially making his Fortnite debut, bringing one of the world’s most recognizable athletes to Epic Games’ ever-growing roster of Icon Series collaborations. Beckham himself teased the crossover on social media before Fortnite confirmed the partnership, generating buzz among football fans and longtime Fortnite players. Players can look for the former England legend to arrive in the Item Shop starting Friday, July 17 at 8 PM ET (or 1 am July 18 in the UK). That’s just one day ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final.
Two Distinct Beckham Skins
The former footballer and co-owner of Inter Miami CF has long been a leader in football and fashion. Few athletes have shaped culture the way he has — on the pitch, off it, and everywhere in between. Now he’s bringing that impact to Fortnite.
Unlike many previous celebrity collaborations, Beckham is debuting with three unique outfits that celebrate different chapters of his career. One skin recreates his legendary football look, complete with his iconic No. 7 kit, while the second features a sleek suit inspired by his role as co-owner of Inter Miami CF. But if that isn’t enough, a shirtless alternate version features reactive tattoos that glow gold on every elimination.
Here’s what’s dropping in the Item Shop:
David Beckham Outfit — This reactive, game-ready look features tattoos that glow gold on every elimination. It includes a shirtless alt Style and an elim-reactive Back Bling (Beckham’s Number) and a LEGO Minifig variant.
Club Owner David Beckham Outfit — The game is yours in this dapper off-pitch look that comes with an Emote-reactive and damage-reactive Back Bling (Club Crest) and a LEGO Minifig variant.
Go for the goal with Beckham’s Shot Emote.
Meteor Baller Pickaxe gets you the perfect strike, plus Impact-reactive and the Number Seven Scythe Pickaxe with true precision. Weak point-reactive.
On July 17, players can compete in the Trios Battle Royale or Trios Zero Build David Beckham Icon Cup. Top regional performers will earn the Club Owner David Beckham Outfit; top finishers overall will win the full David Beckham Bundle.
A Natural Fit for Fortnite
Beckham’s arrival isn’t entirely surprising. The former England captain has maintained strong ties to gaming through Guild Esports, an organization he co-founded that has competed at the highest levels of Fortnite esports. His addition to Fortnite continues Epic Games’ strategy of blending sports, entertainment, music, and pop culture into the battle royale experience.
Final Thoughts
David Beckham’s Fortnite debut marks another major addition to the game’s Icon Series, bringing one of football’s greatest global ambassadors into the battle royale. Whether players want to step onto the Island wearing Beckham’s legendary No. 7 shirt or his signature tailored suit, the collaboration is set to appeal to football fans and Fortnite collectors alike.
Either way, with the DC Comics Hot Bat Summer and The Odyssey collaborations already scheduled to hit the item shop this week, and now David Beckham kicking things off in style, this week is a great one to be a Fortnite player!
I’ll see you on the map!
The Fortnite x David Beckham collaboration arrives in the Item Shop starting Friday, July 17 at 8 PM ET (or 1 AM July 18 in the UK).
Meet Phil Roberts! He’s the dedicated owner, daily content manager, and editor-in-chief of The Future of the Force. Phil is a budding novelist who turned his passion toward writing about the franchises he loves back in 2016. He’s a huge fan of all things Star Wars, Batman, DC, Marvel, Star Trek, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, King Kong, and the Ray Harryhausen movies. Phil is a BFI-accredited journalist and a distinguished member of the Film Critics Association UK.
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