David Beckham’s 100th England cap – 12 years on

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On this day 12 years ago David Beckham won his 100th cap for England.

The midfielder, playing at the time for LA Galaxy, played 63 minutes in a 1-0 friendly defeat to France at the Stade de France.

Here, the PA news agency takes a look at Beckham’s memorable day.

100 club

The LA Galaxy midfielder was presented with a commemorative cap by Sir Bobby Charlton
The LA Galaxy midfielder was presented with a commemorative cap by Sir Bobby Charlton (Owen Humphreys/PA)

Les Miserables

Beckham was replaced by David Bentley in the 63rd minute against the French
Beckham was replaced by David Bentley in the 63rd minute against the French (Martin Rickett/PA)

Golden Boots

Beckham wore gold boots to commemorate his 100th England cap
Beckham wore gold boots to commemorate his 100th England cap (Owen Humphreys/PA)

The beginning of the end

Soccer – FIFA World Cup 2010 – Qualifying Round – Group Six – England v Belarus – Wembley Stadium
England’s David Beckham, right, with manager Fabio Capello (Rebecca Naden/PA)

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