The couple's love story traces back to 1997, when Victoria was known as "Posh Spice" and David was in the early years of his football career with Manchester United. David and Victoria met at a charity match at Manchester United players' lounge.
Victoria later revealed details of when they first crossed paths in a 2017 essay for Vogue, writing to her younger, 18-year-old self, "Love at first sight does exist. It will happen to you in the Manchester United players' lounge – although you will get a little drunk, so exact details are hazy."
She continued, "While the other football players stand at the bar drinking with their mates, you will see David standing aside with his family. (He's not even in the first team at this stage – you are the famous one.) And he has such a cute smile. You, too, are close to your family, and you will think how similar he feels to you."