David James

David James is a professional goalkeeper for Portsmouth F.C and the England National team. David holds the record at 536, for the most Premier League appearances. David has been capped 48 times for England with his first appearance back in 1997.

David in goal for Portsmouth F.C.

Other achievements include winning the Football League Cup winners medal with Liverpool in 1995 and achieving a 142nd Premiership clean sheet beating David Seaman’s 141st clean sheet.

David has a hugely successful career having played for teams such as Watford, Liverpool, Aston Villa, West Ham, Manchester City and now Portsmouth.

He won a FA Cup winners medal with Portsmouth in 2008 and has started every international game under Capello’s England squad.

David James.

Portsmouth F.C

Affecdtionatly known as ‘Pompey’, Portsmouth F.C was founded in 1898 by John Brickwood the owner of the Brickwood’s Brewery. Portsmouth F.C have had many sporting successes since their early beginnings including the distinction of holding the FA Cup for the longest uninterrupted period. However, this was due to suspension of league football during World War Two.

Portsmouth has been run by some of the most famous British managers in footballing history, including Terry Venables and Harry Redknapp. Currently the home of Portsmouth F.C is Fratton Park, where Portsmouth fans are known as ‘the Blue Army’.

David James gets ready for the World Cup 2010

David James has been preparing for the South Africa World Cup 2010 by promoting the work of the David James Foundation in Malawi. Read More

A visit to the Centre

The Foundation are currently planning the next trip to the Centre in Malawi for an update on everyone's progress. Read More

Simon's Zerb Article out now!

Check out Zerb Magazine now for Simon's artcile about the David James Foundation Read More

DJF five page article in Zerb Magazine

DJF cameraman Simon Hammett has written a article about his work with the Foundation for Zerb magazine, official journal for the Guild of Cameramen. Read More

DJF talks at Schools for Africa Parliamentary reception

Representatives of the David James Foundation attended the Schools for Africa parliamentary reception at the Houses of Parliament on the 12th of October to promote the work of the David James Foundation Read More

David James pledges support for 1Goal

David James is furthering his commitment to Africa by signing up as a supporter for 1Goal. Read More

David James Foundation wins series of awards

Pangaea TV cameraman Simon Hammett wins a series of awards and recognition through his work with the David James Foundation. Read More

New Videos

Our new web films can now be found in our video gallery. Have a look at see what we have been up to. Read More

July's Visit - July 2009

July's visit to the Foundation in Malawi Read More

´Eurosport for the Planet´ - Wednesday 24th June 2009

Switch over to Eurosport on the 24th of June to catch David talking about the foundation on 'Eurosport for the Planet'. 'Eurosport for the Planet' looks at the impact of sport in the environment tackling tough ecological issues through talking to scientists, leading campaigners, and top sports stars. As well as the interview with David you will also have a sneak preview of the latest footage from our most recent trip to Malawi. It will be shown at 7.00pm on the British Eurosport channel. Enjoy! Read More

Latest Visit - June 2009

The DJF team returned safely from their latest trip to Malawi elated and happy with the progress they have seen. Despite it currently being winter in Malawi, the centre was a hive of activity. Chinese cabbage has been planted in response to demands from the public, the magic trees are progressing and workshops and lessons are regularly being held at the centre to teach people important agricultural skills. The team managed to visited Innocent for a catch-up as well as researching Perma Culture sites in the area to further expand their trail tests. Keep checking the photo and video galleries for updates from this trip! Read More

Bad Season - April 2009

The work of the DJF is becoming even more vital as Malawi faces a bad harvesting season this year. Late rains throughout the country have made it difficult to harvest maize and many farmers are struggling to produce enough food to feed their families. One of those affected is Innocent, who is being supported by DJF through these difficult economic times. Read More

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