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England v Australia in 2003: Where are they now?

FEBRUARY 2003:  Wayne Rooney (left) and Francis Jeffers (right) of England make their debuts at international level against Australia

Roy Hodgson's England take on Australia on Friday night - 13 years after a shock defeat to the Socceroos at West Ham's Boleyn Ground.

Harry Kewell inspired the visitors to a 3-1 victory in February 2003, as England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson fielded a different side in each half.

Current England captain Wayne Rooney made his debut in that friendly and will feature at the Stadium of Light this week when the sides meet again.

But what happened next for the other 21 players who played for England that day? We take a look at the contrasting career paths of the England players who lost to Australia...

David James

Started against Australia - his 11th England cap - before going on to amass 53 caps in total. Recently enjoyed a stint as player-manager of Indian Super League side Kerala Blasters, before returning to the UK to be a television pundit.

Paul Robinson

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One of several debutants, Robinson came off the bench to complete 45 minutes in an England shirt for the first time. He is probably best known for a high-profile error in a damaging 2-0 defeat to Croatia in a Euro 2008 qualifier. The 36-year-old was part of Burnley's squad during the second half of their 2015-16 Championship-winning season, although he did not play.

Danny Mills

Best known for his time in a talented Leeds side, Mills surprisingly never represented his country at Wembley despite winning 19 caps - a record for an England player in the modern era. Now works as a pundit and co-commentator on radio and TV.

LONDON - FEBRUARY 12:  Harry Kewell of Australia battles with Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes of England at Upton Park in 2003
Image: Harry Kewell of Australia battles with Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes

Rio Ferdinand

One of the most decorated defenders in living memory, Ferdinand was powerless to stop Australia springing a surprise. The 37-year-old retired from playing last year and now works as a TV pundit.

Wes Brown

Replacing United team-mate Ferdinand, Brown came on for one of 23 caps. A bit-part player for England, his appearances are spread over an 11-year period. Brown is still playing for Sunderland.

Sol Campbell

Having formed a formidable partnership with Ferdinand, Campbell played an integral part in creating a solid-looking England. After retirement in 2012, Campbell turned his attention to politics, unsuccessfully campaigning to be the Conservative candidate to become Mayor of London.

FEBRUARY 2003:  Sol Campbell , Frank Lampard and Michael Owen of England look dejected after Tony Popovic of Australia scores their first at Upton Park
Image: Sol Campbell , Frank Lampard and Michael Owen dejected after an Australia goal

Ledley King

A one-club man with Tottenham, King suffered an injury-plagued career, meaning he can only lay claim to 23 England caps, despite possessing a wealth of ability. The Australia defeat was King's second cap for England. After retiring in 2012, King continues to represent Spurs at ambassadorial level.

Ashley Cole

The most-capped full-back in England history with 107 appearances, Cole's international career was very much in its infancy when the men from Down Under were in town. Cole now plays alongside Steven Gerrard at LA Galaxy.

Paul Konchesky

A surprise debutant, Konchesky replaced Cole at left-back to earn one of two England caps. The 36-year-old is still playing, having completed the 2015/16 campaign with QPR.

David Beckham

England captain Beckham completed 45 minutes on his 57th international appearance. He'd go on to win a total of 115 caps for his country and after retiring in 2013 at PSG, the former Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan and LA Galaxy midfielder remains one of the most marketable figures in the world. 

LONDON - FEBRUARY 12:  David Beckham of England looks dejected during the international friendly match between England and Australia in 2003
Image: David Beckham is floored during England's friendly defeat to Australia

Owen Hargreaves

Despite numerous injuries hampering his chances of success, Hargreaves went on to win 42 England caps, impressing most at the 2006 World Cup. He now works as a television pundit and co-commentator.

Frank Lampard

Another England centurion to start in Upton Park, Lampard offered very little attacking threat in his 45-minute cameo. The former Chelsea star is still playing in the MLS with New York City.

Danny Murphy

Competing with the likes of Paul Scholes, Lampard and Gerrard, Murphy could only muster nine caps in his career, making only two more after his appearance against Australia. He now works as a pundit and co-commentator for TV and radio.

Paul Scholes

Not one of the highlights of an otherwise impressive international career, Scholes did have a goal ruled out in a disappointing first half. He is another who works as a TV pundit.

Jermaine Jenas of England runs with the ball during the International Friendly match between England and Australia held on February 12, 2003 at Upton Park
Image: Jermaine Jenas made his England debut and marked it with an assist

Jermaine Jenas

Another debutant, Jenas was a rare bright spark at the Boleyn Ground, earning an assist for England's goal. The 33-year-old went on to make 20 more appearances on the international stage. Jenas is also a television and radio pundit.

Kieron Dyer

A player dogged by injuries, Dyer enjoyed a 45-minute run out here. Dyer is not active in the footballing world, but made a recent appearance on a popular reality TV show.

Darius Vassell

Often forgotten by football fans of this generation, Vassell actually scored six times in an England shirt, but couldn't muster a goal on a forgettable night. He retired in January, having been without a club since 2012.

James Beattie

In one of only two starts on the international stage, Beattie failed to impress and was another who was subbed at half-time. After a unsuccessful spell as manager of Accrington, Beattie coached at Swansea under Garry Monk, but left after Monk was dismissed. He is now a director of a sports recruitment company.

LONDON - FEBRUARY 2003:  Francis Jeffers of England celebrates after scoring a goal during the International Friendly match between England and Australia
Image: Francis Jeffers scored for England but never earned a second international cap

Francis Jeffers

England's goalscorer on a frustrating night, Jeffers' appearance at West Ham proved his first and last, therefore finishing with an impressive international goals-per-game ratio! His career petered out after such promising beginnings, and he is now coaching at Everton where his career began.

Michael Owen

Liverpool were in the middle of falling out of contention in the 2002-03 Premier League title race, and such a dip in form was affecting star striker Owen, who looked shorn of confidence when missing two chances against the Aussies. Now a successful owner and breeder of racehorses, Owen also works as a TV pundit and co-commentator.

Wayne Rooney

A momentous day for the then-rookie Rooney, as the Everton starlet become the youngest player to pull on the England jersey since James Prinsep in 1879 when taking the field. Recently overtook Sir Bobby Charlton to become all-time England top goalscorer, and will lead England as skipper at Euro 2016.

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