David Beckham has invited a lineup of famous friends for the debut episodes of `Beckham and Friends Live,` a unique alternative broadcast covering the UEFA Champions League, airing exclusively on Paramount+.
This new show, `Beckham and Friends Live`, launches during the crucial second leg of the Champions League semifinals. This week features the Inter vs. Barcelona match on Tuesday and Arsenal facing Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday. Building on exciting first legs, the Inter-Barcelona tie is level at 3-3, while PSG holds a slim 1-0 lead over Arsenal.
The show`s initial episodes will be broadcast from CBS Sports` London studio, hosted by Kate Scott, known for presenting UEFA Champions League Today. Looking ahead, Beckham and different celebrity guests are also scheduled to attend the Champions League final live at Munich`s Allianz Arena.
Here`s a look at who will appear on `Beckham and Friends Live` this week:
How to Watch `Beckham and Friends Live`
- Date: This week (Tuesday and Wednesday)
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Live Stream: Paramount+
Stanley Tucci, Guy Ritchie Join for Inter vs. Barcelona Broadcast
Joining Beckham for the second leg semifinal match between Inter and Barcelona on Tuesday will be Academy Award-nominated actor Stanley Tucci and renowned director Guy Ritchie. Tucci`s presence alongside Beckham in London is fitting, given Inter is the sole remaining Italian club in the competition, and Tucci is also known for hosting the award-winning show `Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy`. Ritchie, a close friend of Beckham, previously gave him a cameo in his film `King Arthur: Legend of the Sword` (2017). However, Ritchie`s allegiance lies with Chelsea, who aren`t participating in this season`s Champions League, so he may not have a favored team in this particular game.
James Corden Joins for Paris Saint-Germain vs. Arsenal Broadcast
Comedian James Corden is set to join Beckham for the week`s other Champions League fixture, featuring Paris Saint-Germain against Arsenal. Corden and Beckham share a friendship, famously highlighted when Corden pranked Beckham before the unveiling of his statue at LA Galaxy several years ago. While Beckham might have a preference for PSG, one of his former teams, Corden`s loyalty is with West Ham United, a club that has not appeared in the Champions League, suggesting he may also be neutral regarding the outcome.
