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James Ward-Prowse insists meeting 'hero' David Beckham is his main motivation in chase for the Premier League free-kick goals record... and Manchester United legend replies he's 'looking forward to it!'

James Ward-Prowse says getting the opportunity to meet David Beckham is his biggest motivation when it comes to breaking the England legend's Premier League free-kick record.

Ward-Prowse's set-piece expertise was on display once again on Sunday as he curled one in during his side's 2-2 draw with Brighton, where he scored both his side's goals.

The strike means Ward-Prowse has now scored four from direct free-kicks this season - the same as last year - with only Beckham (2000-01) and Laurent Robert (2001-02) scoring five in a single Premier League campaign.