A sequel to Bend It Like Beckham, the 2002 sports comedy film starring Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley, is officially on the way. Director Gurinder Chadha said in a statement to Deadline, “I’m excited to revisit the original characters and revive the enduring story and build on the legacy we helped to create for the women’s game.

Bend It Like Beckham is set for a sequel more than 20 years after its release, its director has confirmed to the BBC. Gurinder Chadha teased the revival in Basel on Saturday, where England's Lionesses are preparing to face world champions Spain in Sunday's Euro 2025 final.

A Bend It Like Beckham sequel is officially in the works, and it seems like some of the original cast members are entertaining the idea of reprising their roles. "I'm excited to revisit the original characters and revive the enduring story and build on the legacy we helped to create for the women's game,