Beckham Hits Town

Zephyr Rovers Manager Steve Hall welcomed David Beckham to Wellington but said he hadn't got time to organise an exhibition indoor match at Shed 1 because of other commitments. "I've got a lot on at the moment so I apologise to David for not getting out to the airport" said Hall "and I apologise as well for the Chairman who took off to some swanky function in Taupo". Hall said he'd get along to the match at the stadium on Saturday night and would be available to give Beckham pointers if needed. "England just lost to Croatia so I could probably give him at bit of advice" said Hall "but we're happy to have him in town and just hope he doesn't distract Phoenix from winning tomorrow night". Hall said if Beckham insisted on playing for Rovers he'd give him five minutes of the bench. "We're not sure of his indoor pedigree" said Hall "but we'd give him a crack if we got a free kick".