Beckham is up for the cup at 11-2

David Beckham is 11-2 with Paddy Power to play in the 2010 World Cup after notching his 100th appearance for England in their 1-0 friendly defeat to France in Paris on Wednesday.

The performance of the Los Angeles Galaxy star, who was replaced in the 63rd minute, drew a lukewarm response from the media but Beckham remains committed to the cause and will continue to make himself available for selection.

Beckham, who turns 33 in May, said: “I still feel I can perform at the highest level. The 2010 World Cup remains an ambition for me. I am quite a stubborn person so it is something I want to reach.”

More immediately, Beckham receives a quote of 11-8 to start England’s next game against the USA, and a quote of 11-4 to start England’s first World Cup qualifier.

How many caps will Beckham win? Paddy Power bet: 15-8 100, 100-30 101, 5-1 102, 9-1 103, 11-1 104, 14-1 105, 9-4 106 or more.