David Beckham shared a heartwarming moment with his daughter, Harper, on Saturday, treating her to a soccer match in Miami, Florida. Despite the warmth of their father-daughter outing, some observers found fault with their physical closeness.

As a co-owner of the club, the 49-year-old soccer legend had hoped his 12-year-old daughter’s presence would bring luck to his team in the MLS match, but they only managed a draw.

Nevertheless, David and Harper appeared cheerful throughout the day, captured in photos smiling and enjoying each other’s company.

David maintained his signature style throughout the match, sporting a navy blue suit paired with a coordinating T-shirt, while Harper showcased her fashion sense in a stylish pink T-shirt, jeans, and a small yellow handbag reminiscent of her mother Victoria’s taste.

Displaying his paternal pride, David was seen affectionately embracing Harper as they watched the game, their shared laughter highlighting their close relationship. Harper, in turn, leaned into her father, clearly relishing the experience.

Many online fans praised the evident bond between father and daughter, with one commenter noting, “She seems lovely, and he appears to be a fantastic father,” while another remarked on the evident adoration Harper receives from her father, especially as the youngest amidst three older brothers.

However, not all responses were positive. Some criticized the level of affection displayed by David, suggesting that as Harper grows older, his displays of physical affection should evolve accordingly. One commenter went as far as to label the images as “cringeworthy” and “totally inappropriate,” citing Harper’s appearance as older than her age.

Despite the mixed reactions, the strong connection between David and Harper remains undeniable.

In a similar vein of familial appearances, Richard Gere recently made headlines as his 24-year-old son made a rare public appearance, drawing admiration from onlookers.