THE football world is saying a final goodbye to ex-England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson – with David Beckham leading mourners at his funeral.
Becks, 49, was the Swedish coach’s captain during their Three Lions heyday and has flown to pay tribute in person at Sven’s home town of Torsby.
A coffin has been seen being carried into Fryksande church, with a big screen outside projecting an image of Sven ahead of the service.
Sven’s children Johan and Lina have been pictured arriving.
Sven’s longtime lover Nancy Dell’olio, 63, will also join hundreds of mourners at a colourful funeral procession staged to celebrate the soccer legend’s life.
A source told The Sun: “David will be going to the funeral – he was very close to Sven and wants to say goodbye in person.
“It will be a low key appearance – he won’t be giving a eulogy or saying any words but will definitely be there.”
