Published: July 15, 2026 
Football legend David Beckham is coming to Fortnite, and this might be one of the coolest sports crossovers Epic Games has pulled off yet. Beckham confirmed the news himself, and the internet has been talking about it ever since. Here is everything you need to know about how to get David Beckham skin in Fortnite and when it might drop.
How the Fortnite David Beckham Skins Were Announced
Beckham dropped the news on his own Instagram with a short teaser clip. In the video, he is seen working on his own character design and walking past a mirror where his in-game skin reflects back at him. The caption said: "Working on my new Fortnite character... Available very soon."
Fortnite's official X account backed up the announcement with its own clip, basically confirming this is happening. I love it when brands let the actual celebrity break the news instead of just dropping a generic trailer. It feels more personal, especially for the huge fans.
How Many Fortnite Skins Will David Beckham Get?
Most Icon Series collabs give you a single outfit, but Beckham is getting two full skins.
- Skin 1: The Footballer - This one features his iconic No. 7 jersey and shorts, the exact look he wore during his playing days with Manchester United and England.
- Skin 2: The Icon - This is the suited-up version, inspired by his current role with Inter Miami CF. This skin is Beckham wearing his sunglasses and sharp tailoring, similar to the style he is wearing these days.
In the teaser, you can actually hear him on a call saying, "Two outfits would be great," which I'm guessing is the moment Epic pitched him the idea. Smart move, since it gives players a choice between the player and the businessman.
Past Icon Series drops usually include more than just the outfit, too. Based on that pattern, I wouldn't be surprised to see a backbling, a pickaxe, and also an emote based on his famous free-kick stance.
When Does the David Beckham Skin Release?
Epic hasn't dropped an official date yet, but based on patterns from past Icon Series drops and the timing of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final on July 19th, 2026, it might drop around Saturday, July 18th, 2026. Here's how that lines up across time zones if the leaks are accurate:
| Time Zone | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | Saturday, July 18 - 5:00 PM |
| Eastern Time (ET) | Saturday, July 18 - 8:00 PM |
| Central Europe Time (CET) | Sunday, July 19 - 2:00 AM |
| India (IST) | Sunday, July 19 - 5:30 AM |
| Japan (JST) | Sunday, July 19 - 9:00 AM |
| Australia (AEST) | Sunday, July 19 - 10:00 AM |
Keep an eye on the Item Shop this weekend, because if the leaks are right, you won't want to miss it!
FAQs
Epic hasn't confirmed a date, but leaks suggest it may drop around July 18, 2026, ahead of the World Cup final.
Two. One featuring his classic football kit and another showing him in an Inter Miami-inspired suit.
Not directly, but he co-founded Guild Esports, a team that competed in the Fortnite Championship Series.
