David Beckham’s MLS team in Miami finally has a name, badge and colours ahead of 2020 debut

David Beckham’s Major League Soccer club has moved a massive step closer to becoming a reality with the unveiling of its name, colours and badge.

Club Internacional de Futbol Miami, who will play as Inter Miami, are scheduled to finally start playing in MLS when the league expands for the 2020 season.

Explaining the choice of name, the club says it aims to celebrate “a truly global location that welcomes and embraces all cultures and communities” and refers to “Miami’s international, diverse, inclusive, creative and ambitious spirit”.

The circular logo features two herons – said to represent freedom – with interlocking legs creating an M for Miami in a black, pink and white colour scheme.

Former Manchester United and England star Beckham, who is Inter Miami’s owner and president of football operations, told the club’s website: “This is such a proud day for myself and for the entire team. It’s an honour to announce the new name and crest to our fans.

“We are taking another important step in establishing our club and today marks an important moment in the history of Club Internacional de Futbol Miami.”

Beckham, 43, exercised an option in his contract with former side LA Galaxy to buy an expansion franchise in 2014.

Miami are scheduled to take to the field in 2020, playing at a temporary venue until their own privately-funded stadium is completed the following year.

Club leaders have proposed a 25,000-seater stadium paired with restaurant and retail space, office buildings, hotels, athletic fields and a public park on a site near Miami International Airport, dubbed ‘Miami Freedom Park’.

A club motto – ‘Libertas, Unitas, Fortuna’ (Freedom, Unity, Good fortune) – has also been announced.

Miami MLS managing owner Jorge Mas said: “Our city and our fans draw their strength from the dreams of a global population that calls Miami home.

“It is only fitting that our name pays tribute to the inclusiveness that makes us who we are.”

Fellow Miami MLS owner and chairman Marcelo Claure added: “We are extremely excited to offer the team’s identity to Miami and the world.

“This team will thrive on the principles of solidarity, passion, innovation, tenacity and inclusivity and embodies all of them in every aspect of our daily work – on and off the field.”