2005 England Away – David Beckham #7 M

The 2005 England away kit was worn during the 2006 World Cup qualifying campaign, a key period where David Beckham served as England captain and remained one of the most influential and recognizable players in world football.
The away shirt — all red, with white and navy accents — became iconic, associated with Beckham’s leadership and England’s run toward qualification for the 2006 World Cup in Germany.

🏆 England’s 2005-06 (Leading into 2006 World Cup)

• Competition: UEFA 2006 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

• Result: 🏆 Finished 1st in Group 6, qualified directly for World Cup

• Key Matches in 2005 Wearing Red Away Kit:

  • England 4-1 Croatia (Beckham assisted)

  • Wales 0-1 England (tight away win)

  • Northern Ireland 1-0 England (shock defeat, Beckham heavily criticized)

England ultimately qualified top of their group, but with questions around their tactics and reliance on their “Golden Generation” of stars.

⚽ David Beckham’s Impact (2005)

• Role: Captain, Right Midfielder (sometimes deeper as a right-central midfielder)

• Skills:

  • Set-piece delivery (free kicks, corners)

  • Long diagonal passing

  • Leadership and composure under pressure

• Statistics (Qualifying Campaign):

  • Several assists (especially from crosses and set-pieces)

  • Scored important penalties and free kicks across qualifying matches

• Notable Moments:

  • Beckham played crucial roles in wins over Poland and Azerbaijan.

  • His leadership was vital even as media criticism grew regarding England’s performances.

🔴 2005 England Key Squad (Often Seen in the Red Away Kit)

Goalkeepers

• Paul Robinson

• David James

• Robert Green

Defenders

• John Terry

• Rio Ferdinand

• Sol Campbell

• Gary Neville

• Ashley Cole

• Wayne Bridge

Midfielders

• David Beckham (Captain, #7)

• Steven Gerrard

• Frank Lampard

• Joe Cole

• Owen Hargreaves

• Kieron Dyer

Forwards

• Wayne Rooney

• Michael Owen

• Jermain Defoe

• Peter Crouch

Manager

• Sven-Göran Eriksson