David Beckham To Miss The World Cup

David Beckham and England's hopes for a World Cup were dealt a massive blow tonight. Becks limped off in the latter stages of the 1-0 Milan victory against Chievo. However, his piecemeal contributions will be remembered less than the chillingly auspicious grimace as the game moved toward full time.

The news, originally delivered by Sky Sports(in Italian), leaves major doubt over his fitness for the World Cup with early reports suggesting he will be out for 5-8 months. Assuming the reports are correct, the world has likely seen David Beckham compete for the last time on the world's biggest stage.

While Clarence Seedorf's 91st minute strike saved Milan blushes but what will become of the most recognizable face in football?

The moment that ended a dream: