England's injured midfielder David Beckham watches the game during the 1/8 final match between England and Germany at the 2010 FIFA World Cup at Free State stadium in Bloemfontein, South Africa, on June 27, 2010. [Xinhua/Li Ga]

Former England captain David Beckham will not play in one final match for his country, said a person familiar with Beckham's plans on Thursday.

The person said that "it would seem strange to say you are not retiring then to signal your retirement in a benefit match." The person spoke on condition of anonymity Thursday because Beckham has yet to announce his plans.

England coach Fabio Capello said on Wednesday that the 35-year-old Beckham was too old to play for England, but offered him one last appearance in a friendly match.

The Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder has said he wouldn't retire from England duty whether or not he would be called again.