Washington, June 13 -- David Beckham has opened up about the foundation of his long-lasting marriage to wife Victoria Beckham, crediting family, mutual support and making time for one another as the keys to their relationship.

Speaking to Variety, the retired football star reflected on maintaining a strong partnership despite decades of intense media attention and tabloid scrutiny.

"We've been married for 27 years this July. We've been together for 29 years," David said, adding, "We've got four incredible kids. We've got businesses that we work hard on. But we always make time for each other, and we always have."

The couple, who married at Luttrellstown Castle in Dublin, Ireland, on July 4, 1999, share four children: sons Brooklyn, Rom...