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Jack Christian Rodwell (born 11 March 1991) is an English professional footballer who last played for A-League side Sydney FC as a centre-back or defensive midfielder.

Key Information

Born in Southport, Merseyside, Rodwell joined Everton's academy at the age of seven, and made his debut in 2007. He spent five years in the first team before he transferred to Premier League champions Manchester City in 2012. After making only 16 league appearances in two seasons, Rodwell was sold to Sunderland in August 2014. After his contract with Sunderland was terminated in June 2018, Rodwell joined Blackburn Rovers in August on a one-year deal. He left Blackburn the following year, later joining Sheffield United in January 2020.

Rodwell has represented England at all levels from under-16 to the senior team. He made his senior international debut as a substitute in a 1–0 win over Spain at Wembley Stadium in November 2011.

Early life

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Jack Christian Rodwell was born on 11 March 1991, in Southport, Merseyside.[4] He was educated at Farnborough Road Junior School[5] and Birkdale High School,[5] and was an avid supporter of Everton as a child.[2][5][6] Rodwell played for local club Birkdale United during his school years before joining his boyhood club Everton's youth system at age seven.[7][5][8]

According to his mother, Carol, she talked about his childhood, saying: "As a child Jack ate, drank and slept football. I think his ambition was always to be a professional, although he didn't speak about it. His heroes when he was growing up were Alan Shearer and the Brazilian striker Ronaldo. He used to follow players for their ability and not particularly what team they played for."[8][9] Rodwell has a brother, Thomas.[8]

Club career

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Everton

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Rodwell playing for Everton in 2011.

Rodwell was a product of the youth system, making his under-18s debut at 14 and his debut for Everton's reserve team at the age of 15.[10][11] At youth level, he started out of as having the potential to become a top centre back early in his professional career, but was primarily deployed as a defensive midfielder once in the senior team.[12] Rodwell claimed that Lee Carsley contributed his role into helping play in the midfield position.[13]

Rodwell then broke a record on his senior debut becoming the youngest player to represent Everton in Europe, when he came on as a substitute against Dutch team AZ at the age of 16 years and 284 days, as the club won 3–2.[7][10][14] On 9 March 2008, Rodwell appeared as a substitute on his Premier League debut – before also featuring as a replacement in the final match of the season, replacing Tim Cahill in a 1–0 victory over Sunderland,[15] and signed his first professional contract with Everton on 17 March 2008, after spending six years in the reserve team.[16] At the end of the 2007–08 season, he made three appearances in all competitions. Following this, Rodwell was awarded the academy's Player of the Year.[17]

Ahead of the 2008–09 season, Rodwell was called up to the club's first team squad for the pre–season tour.[18] Rodwell made his first professional start against Blackburn Rovers on 16 August 2008, playing the full 90 minutes.[19] Since the start of the 2008–09 season, he found his playing time was mostly from the substitute bench.[20] Despite this, Rodwell continued to fight his way to earn a place in the starting eleven for the side.[21] Rodwell scored his first senior goal for Everton in the FA Cup against Aston Villa in February 2009.[22] After the match, Manager David Moyes praised his performance.[23] That same month, he signed a five-year contract with Everton.[24] Rodwell appeared as an unused substitute, as Everton loss 2–1 against Chelsea in the FA Cup Final.[25] At the end of the 2008–09 season, Rodwell made twenty–five appearances and scoring once in all competitions.

Rodwell playing for Everton against Manchester United on 21 November 2009.

At the beginning of the 2009–10 season, Rodwell earned his first start in European competition in a UEFA Europa League match against Czech Republic team Sigma Olomouc and he marked the occasion by scoring two long-range goals, helping Everton to a 4–0 win.[26] In the return, Rodwell started the whole game and helped the club draw 1–1, resulting in the club progressing through to the group stage following a 5–1 win on aggregate.[27] Since the start of the 2009–10 season, he started in the first eleven matches until missing one match, due to flu-like symptoms.[28] After missing one match, Rodwell returned to the starting line–up against Stoke City, playing the whole game, in a 1–1 draw on 4 October 2009.[29] However, he suffered a minor muscle injury during a 3–2 loss against Hull City on 25 November 2009, resulting in him missing two matches.[30] His return was short–lived when Rodwell suffered a hamstring injury and was substituted in the 8th minute, as Everton loss 1–0 against BATE Borisov on 17 December 2009.[31] Following this, he was out for two months with the injury.[32]

On 10 February 2010, Rodwell returned to the first team from injury following a two-month absence, coming on as 74th-minute substitute, in a 2–1 win against Chelsea.[33] In a follow–up match, he scored his first Premier League goal in Everton's 3–1 win against Manchester United.[10][34] After the match, Rodwell was named Man of the Match.[35] Two weeks later on 7 March 2010, he scored his second goal of the season, in a 5–1 win against Hull City.[36] During the second half of the 2009–10 season, Rodwell became regularly used in more attacking midfield position.[37] Despite suffering another injury later in the 2009–10 season, he made thirty–six appearances and scoring four times in all competitions.[38] At the end of the 2009–10 season, Rodwell signed a five-year contract extension with Everton.[39]

Ahead of the 2010–11 season, Rodwell said he would fight for his place in the first team following intense competition in the midfield positions.[40] Rodwell scored, as well as setting up the club's third goal of the game, in a 5–1 win against Huddersfield Town in the third round of the League Cup.[41] However, during a 1–0 loss against Aston Villa on 29 August 2010, he suffered an ankle injury that kept him out for three months.[42] On 14 November 2010 Rodwell returned from injury, coming on as a second-half substitute in a 2–1 loss against Arsenal.[43] Since returning from injury, Rodwell found himself rotated in and out of the starting eleven throughout the 2010–11 season.[44] His performance led to transfer speculation that Rodwell made an agreement to join Manchester United, a claim that was denied by Manager Moyes.[45] Despite being out on two occasions during the 2010–11 season, he went on to make twenty–eight appearances and scoring once in all competitions.[46]

At the start of the 2011–12 season, Rodwell continued to remain as a first team regular, playing in the midfield position.[47] This lasted until he was sent off in the 23rd minute during the 216th Merseyside derby on 1 October 2011 after making "what appeared to be a legitimate challenge on Suárez", according to the BBC.[48] Shortly after, his red card was rescinded by The FA.[49] Rodwell made his 100th appearance for Everton, playing the whole game, in a 3–1 loss against Chelsea on 15 October 2011.[50] In a follow–up match against Fulham, he scored his first goal of the season, as well as, setting up the club's first goal of the game, in a 3–1 win.[51] Two weeks later on 5 November 2011, Rodwell scored his second goal of the season, in a 2–1 loss against Newcastle United.[52] He was later named the club's Player of the Month.[53] However, Rodwell found himself plagued with injuries on two occasions that kept him out for the remainder of 2011.[54] On 1 January 2012 he returned to the starting line–up against West Bromwich Albion, playing 57 minutes before being substituted in a 1–0 win.[55] However, his return was short–lived when Rodwell suffered a hamstring injury that kept him out for two months.[56] His return came on 10 March 2012 against Tottenham Hotspur, coming on as a 65th-minute substitute, in a 1–0 win.[57] Once again, he suffered a slight recurrence of his recent hamstring complaint that eventually saw him out for the rest of the 2011–12 season.[58] At the end of the 2011–12 season, Rodwell made seventeen appearances and scoring two times in all competitions.

Manchester City

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In August 2012, Rodwell signed a five-year contract with Manchester City for a fee of £12 million, which could rise to £15 million.[59] Upon joining the club, he said: "I relish the opportunity of playing with some of the best players in the world and continuing my development."[60]

Rodwell made his Manchester City debut on 19 August 2012, in a 3–2 win at home to Southampton.[61] He made his away debut on 26 August 2012, coming on as a second-half substitute against Liverpool at Anfield in a 2–2 draw.[62] Rodwell made his UEFA Champions League debut, starting a match and played 56 minutes, in a 1–1 draw against Borussia Dortmund on 3 October 2012.[63] After being out due to injury since October, Rodwell made a successful return to the team on 26 January 2013 in a 1–0 win away to Stoke City in the FA Cup.[64] After appearing a total of four matches for the next two months, he suffered a hamstring injury that kept him out for two months.[65] After two months out, Rodwell returned to the first team, coming on as an 85th-minute substitute, in a 0–0 draw against Swansea City on 4 May 2013.[66] He then came on as a 69th-minute substitute in the FA Cup Final against Wigan Athletic, as Manchester City loss 1–0.[67] On the final day of the 2012–13 season, Rodwell scored both of Manchester City's goals in a 3–2 home defeat to Norwich City, his first goals for the club.[68] At the end of the season, he went on to make fifteen appearances and scoring two times in all competitions.

In the 2013–14 season, Rodwell made his first appearance of the season, playing the whole game, in a 0–0 draw against Stoke City on 14 September 2013.[69] However, he found his first team opportunities limited, due to strong competition in the midfield position.[70] Rodwell also faced his own injury concern.[71] Despite this, he made ten appearances in all competitions, five of which were the league, making him eligible for a winner's medal when Manchester City became 2013–14 Premier League champions.[72] Following this, it was expected that Rodwell was to leave the club in the summer.[73]

Sunderland

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Rodwell playing for Sunderland in 2015

On 5 August 2014, Sunderland announced that Rodwell had signed a five-year contract for an undisclosed fee believed to be around £10 million.[74] Upon joining the club, he was critical about his time at Manchester City and urged English players to think twice before joining them.[75]

Rodwell made his Sunderland debut, starting a match and playing 68 minutes before being substituted, in a 2–2 draw against West Bromwich Albion in the opening game of the season.[76] On 24 August 2014, he scored his first goal for the club, equalising for Sunderland in their 1–1 draw with Manchester United at the Stadium of Light.[77] Since making his debut for the club, Rodwell became a first team regular in the first four months to the 2014–15 season.[78] This lasted until he missed one match against Crystal Palace, due to a calf injury.[79] Following his return, Rodwell found himself alternating between a starting and a substitute role by the end of the year.[80] On 1 January 2015, he scored Sunderland's first goal in a dramatic match with former club Manchester City with the match ending in a 3–2 loss for Sunderland.[81] On 24 January 2015, Rodwell was sent off after receiving two yellow cards in the FA Cup fourth round against Fulham, in a match that ended 0–0.[82] Between January and March, he found himself out of the first team due to injuries and suspension.[83] His third goal of the season came on 3 March 2015, where Rodwell scored the equaliser in a 1–1 draw away to Hull City, in a match where he was also booked for diving.[84] Despite being on the sidelines on two occasions later in the 2014–15 season, Rodwell continued to be involved in the first team.[85] By the end of the 2014–15 season, he had made 26 appearances, scoring three times in all competitions.

On 25 August 2015, Rodwell scored two goals and made two assists in Sunderland's 6–3 win over Exeter City in the second round of the 2015–16 League Cup.[86] At the start of the 2015–16 season, he continued to alternate between a starting and a substitute role.[87] Due to the club's defensive crisis, Rodwell offered to play in the position when offered by Manager Dick Advocaat.[88] However, this never happened, as Advocaat was sacked and replaced by Sam Allardyce, who decided against letting him play in the position.[89] But he was out on four occasions by the end of the year.[90] Despite recovering from injuries, Rodwell, once again, alternated between a starting and a substitute role later in the 2015–16 season.[91] In the last game of the season Rodwell scored in a 2–2 draw against Watford.[92] By the end of the 2015–16 season, he had made 24 appearances, scoring three times in all competitions.

Rodwell being marked by Mikel John Obi during Sunderland's 3–2 loss against Chelsea on 24 May 2015.

In the opening game of the 2016–17 season, Rodwell set up Sunderland's first goal of the game, losing 2–1 against his former club, Manchester City.[93] His starts in the next four matches proved to be his comeback.[94] However, he missed two matches for the side despite being fit.[95] On 1 October 2016 Rodwell returned to the first team, coming on as a 72nd-minute substitute, in a 1–1 draw against West Bromwich Albion.[96] However, he suffered a hamstring injury that kept him out for the rest of 2016.[97] On 2 January 2017 Rodwell returned to the starting line–up and played 65 minutes before being substituted in a 2–2 draw against Liverpool.[98] On 4 February 2017, in a 4–0 win for Sunderland against Crystal Palace, he ended a drought of 1,370 days without winning a Premier League game in which he had started the match. His winless run had lasted for 39 Premier League matches.[99] Since returning from injury, Rodwell continued to find himself in and out of the starting eleven later in the 2016–17 season.[100] Eventually, Sunderland were relegated from the Premier League.[101] By the end of the 2016–17 season, he had made 23 appearances in all competitions.

Ahead of the 2017–18 season, Rodwell avoided taking a cut despite Sunderland's relegation from the Premier League, although the club were willing to sell him, but he ended up staying throughout the summer.[102] He scored on his first appearance of the 2017–18 season, in a 2–1 loss against Sheffield United on 9 September 2017.[103] As months went by, Rodwell was dropped from the first team once again, due to competition, as well as his own injury concern.[104] The club's supporters turned on him after rating him low on the survey conducted by local newspaper Evening Chronicle.[105]

It was reported that Rodwell asked to leave Sunderland in January 2018 after not making an appearance for the first team since September 2017.[106] Rodwell went on a trial at SBV Vitesse, only to for it to be cancelled, citing 'organisational reasons'.[107] Rodwell eventually stayed at the club after the January transfer window closed.[108] When asked in April 2018, after Sunderland were relegated for a second successive season, manager Chris Coleman said he did not know where the midfielder was mentally.[109] It was later revealed that the pair had fallen out and didn't see eye to eye as a result.[110] At the end of the 2017–18 season, Rodwell made six appearances and scoring once in all competitions.

His contract was terminated by the club on 27 June 2018.[111] Upon leaving Sunderland, local newspaper Evening Chronicle was critical of the club signing him, even going far as calling him the worst signing in Sunderland's history, while The Northern Echo agreed.[112][7]

Rodwell and Cesc Fàbregas during Premier League match between Sunderland and Chelsea on 29 November 2014.

Blackburn Rovers

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Rodwell signed for Championship club Blackburn Rovers on 23 August 2018 on a one-year deal, lasting until the end of the 2018–19 season.[113] Upon joining the club, he said: "It's important for me to get out there and start playing football again. There have been ups and downs over the years, but that's in the past and now I'm just looking forward and focussed on the future ahead. After meeting the manager, I feel it's an ambitious club and a great fit for me. He sold the club to me and came across really well. I've played here a few times during my time at Everton and enjoyed playing at Ewood Park, so I'm looking forward to playing there in a Blackburn shirt now. After meeting the gaffer I could tell he loves his role and is very passionate about the club. I can't wait to get playing under him."[114]

After spending a month on the sidelines, Rodwell made his Blackburn Rovers debut, playing in the centre–back position and playing 59 minutes before being substituted, in a 3–2 loss against AFC Bournemouth in the third round of the League Cup.[115] Since making his debut for the club, he started out, rotating in the defensive midfield position and centre–back position for the next two months.[116] This lasted until Rodwell suffered an injury from a challenge of an opposition player during a 3–1 loss against Wigan Athletic on 28 November 2018.[117] It was not until on 26 December 2018 when Rodwell returned to the starting line–up, playing in the defensive midfield position, in a 3–2 loss against Leeds United.[118] But his return was short–lived when he suffered a groin injury once again.[119] He returned to the starting line–up, playing in the centre–back position, starting the whole game, in a 2–0 win against Millwall on 12 January 2019.[120]

Rodwell scored his first goal for Blackburn Rovers, in a 3–0 win against Hull City on 26 January 2019.[121] Since returning from injury, Rodwell continued to regain his first team place, playing in the centre–back position for the next two months.[122] This lasted until he suffered a muscle strain that kept him out for a month.[123] Although Rodwell returned to training in late–March, he didn't make an appearance until on 13 April 2019 against Nottingham Forest, coming on as a 69th-minute substitute, in a 2–1 win.[124] Following this, Rodwell reverted to playing in the midfield position in the next three matches.[125] At the end of the 2018–19 season, he went on to make twenty–two appearances and scoring once in all competitions for the club.

Following this, Rodwell was offered a new contract by Blackburn Rovers.[126] However, he left the club upon the expiration of his contract, despite being offered a new deal.[127] After leaving Blackburn Rovers, Rodwell was linked with a transfer to Italian side Roma, but was ultimately not offered a contract.[128]

Sheffield United

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On 3 January 2020, Rodwell signed for Premier League club Sheffield United on a contract until the end of the season.[129] It came after when he had been training with the team since December 2019.[130] Upon joining Sheffield United, Manager Chris Wilder defended Rodwell following his appearance in the Netflix series Sunderland 'Til I Die.[131]

Rodwell made his debut for Sheffield United two days later in an FA Cup third round match against AFC Fylde.[132] However, Rodwell spent the first two months at the club out of the starting eleven by the time the season was suspended because of the COVID-19 pandemic.[133] Once the season resumed behind closed doors, he made his first Premier League appearance in three years, coming on as a 75th-minute substitute, in a 1–1 draw against Burnley on 5 July 2020.[134] By the end of the 2019–20 season, Rodwell had made two appearances in all competitions.

On 23 August 2020, Rodwell signed a new one-year deal, keeping him at the club until 2021.[135] He played a single game during the 2020–21 season and was released on 1 June 2021.[136]

Western Sydney Wanderers

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After playing professionally in England for 15 years, Rodwell took up a new challenge, moving to Australia with his Australian wife and son, saying: "Physically, when I'm fit, I'm a young 30. I haven't actually got loads of miles on the clock and I can carry on. The chance for Australia came up and we made the decision as a family".[7] He rejected any suggestion that the A-League is a "retirement league", due to the athleticism of "young and fit" footballers that is challenge for him to "replenished 'engine to get up and down'".[137] On 18 November 2021, Australian A-League Men club Western Sydney Wanderers announced Rodwell had signed for the club on a one-year deal after training with them for two weeks under manager Carl Robinson.[138]

He made his debut for Western Sydney Wanderers debut, coming on as a 77th minute substitute, in a 0–0 draw against Sydney FC on 20 November 2021.[139] Rodwell made his first start in more than two and a half years, in a 2–0 win against Wellington Phoenix on 3 December 2021.[140] After missing two matches due to injury, he scored his first goal for the club on his return from injury, in a 3–3 draw against Melbourne City on 9 January 2022.[141] Four weeks later on 5 February 2022, Rodwell captained his first match at Western Sydney Wanderers against Perth Glory and scored the winning goal, in a 1–0 win.[142] However, he spent the next two months out due to injuries on two occasions.[143] After returning from injury, Rodwell scored his third goal for the club, in a 3–2 win against Newcastle Jets on 20 April 2022.[144] By the end of the 2021–22 season, he had made 14 appearances, scoring three times in all competitions.

Rodwell was named as captain of the A-League All-Stars team in a friendly with Barcelona in May 2022 after being called up.[145] On 1 July 2022, Western Sydney Wanderers began talks with Rodwell over a new contract.[146]

Sydney

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Rodwell signed for Sydney in August 2022 on a two-year contract with the Sky Blues.[147]

Just under four months later, on 10 December, Rodwell made his Sydney debut in a 2–1 win over Melbourne City.[148] After joining Sydney, Rodwell mostly played in the centre–back position, forming a partnership with Alex Wilkinson.[149] He helped the club qualify the finals series and reached the semi–finals, in which Sydney lost 5–1 against Melbourne City.[150] However, his first season with the club was beset by recurring injuries.[151] Despite this, Rodwell made thirteen appearances in all competitions.

At the start of the 2023–24 season, Rodwell scored his first goal for the Sky Blues, in a 3–0 win against Western United in the quarter–finals of the Australian Cup.[152] However, he went on to suffer a hamstring injury that would ultimately rule him out of action for two months.[153] While out with an injury, Sydney won the Australia Cup.[154]

On 16 December 2023, Rodwell returned to the starting line–up for Sydney, a 3–0 defeat against Melbourne Victory.[155] The following week, on 23 December, Rodwell scored one of Sydney's four goals in their 4–2 victory over Western United.[156] It would be yet another injury stricken season for Rodwell, who was ruled out of action on three occasions due to injury.[157] Despite this, Rodwell helped Sydney overcome Macarthur 4–0 in the elimination-finals.[158] However in the semi–finals against Central Coast Mariners, he received a straight red card in the 63rd minute for an unprofessional foul.[159]

On 22 May 2024, Sydney announced Rodwell as one of the players that would depart the club upon the expiration of his contract on 30 June.[160]

International career

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England youth teams

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In September 2006, Rodwell was called up to the England U16 squad for the first time.[161] He captained on his England U16 debut, and started the whole match, in a 1–1 draw against Wales U16 on 20 October 2006.[162] Two months later, in December 2006, Rodwell captained the England under-16 team to Victory Shield glory, following a 2–1 victory over Scotland.[163] Four months later, he struck the first winning goal at Wembley Stadium for England in a 1–0 win over Spain U16.[164] Rodwell went on to make four appearances and scored once for the U16 side.[165]

In July 2006, Rodwell was called up to the England U17 squad for the first time but did not play.[166] After being called up to the U17 squad once again, he made his England U17 debut, in a 2–0 win against Iceland U17 on 30 July 2007.[167] On 25 March 2008, Rodwell scored England under-17s only goal as they drew 1–1 with France in a 2008 UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualifier.[168] He went on to make nine appearances and scoring once for the U17 side.

Rodwell made his England U19 debut on 9 September 2008, where he played 45 minutes, in a 2–1 win against Netherlands U19.[169] He went on to make four appearances for the U19 side.

England under-21 team

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In March 2009, Rodwell was called up to the England U21 squad for the first time.[170] He earned his first under-21 cap in a match against France U21.[171] and scored his first goal for the squad on 8 June 2009 against Azerbaijan.[172] Rodwell earned his first start at under-21 level during the 2009 UEFA European Under-21 Championship in a match against Germany, scoring a goal and earning praise for his all-around performance in a defensive midfield role.[173] He then helped England reach the final of the tournament by beating Sweden U21 5–4 on penalties following a 3–3 draw against Sweden in the semi-finals of the 2009 Under-21 European Championship.[174] However, Rodwell came on as a 77th-minute substitute, as England loss 4–0 to Germany U21 in the final of the Under-21 Championships.[175]

Following the end of the tournament, Rodwell made three more appearances for the U21 side by the end of 2009.[176] He then captained England U21 for the first time, helping them win 2–0 against Uzbekistan U21 on 10 August 2010.[177] Rodwell went on to make twenty–two appearances and scoring two times for the U21 side.

England senior team

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In November 2011, Rodwell was called up to the senior England for the first time.[178] He made his senior England debut, replacing Phil Jones in the 56th minute of England's 1–0 friendly victory against Spain, in November 2011.[179] He made his first start three days later, in a 1–0 friendly win against Sweden at Wembley Stadium.[180]

On 2 June 2013, Rodwell made his first appearance since 2011, earning his third cap as a substitute, replacing Theo Walcott in the second half of a 2–2 draw against Brazil.[181] Two years later, he said he hadn't given up hope for England and remained determined to force his way back into the squad.[182]

Personal life

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Rodwell is the nephew of former Blackpool footballer Tony Rodwell.[4] In 2013 he married Alana Licate, an Australian national, and together they have two children.[183][7][137][9] Since moving to Australia, he said his family has settled down in the country.[137]

In September 2018, he was fined £660 with £166 in prosecution costs and a £66 victim surcharges at the earlier hearing after being banned from driving for six months without him knowing.[184]

Rodwell modelled for Great Britain at the 2012 Summer Olympics in November 2011, hoping he would be included in the squad.[185] However, he never made it to the squad despite being twenty at the time.[186]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of 22 July 2024
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup League Cup Europe Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Everton 2007–08[187] Premier League 2 0 0 0 0 0 1[a] 0 3 0
2008–09[188] Premier League 19 0 5 1 1 0 0 0 25 1
2009–10[189] Premier League 26 2 0 0 2 0 8[b] 2 36 4
2010–11[190] Premier League 24 0 3 0 1 1 — 28 1
2011–12[191] Premier League 14 2 0 0 3 0 — 17 2
Total 85 4 8 1 7 1 9 2 109 8
Manchester City 2012–13[192] Premier League 11 2 3 0 0 0 1[c] 0 15 2
2013–14[193] Premier League 5 0 1 0 3 0 1[c] 0 10 0
Total 16 2 4 0 3 0 2 0 25 2
Sunderland 2014–15[194] Premier League 23 3 2 0 1 0 — 26 3
2015–16[195] Premier League 22 1 0 0 2 2 — 24 3
2016–17[196] Premier League 20 0 1 0 2 0 — 23 0
2017–18[197] Championship 2 1 0 0 1 0 — 3 1
Total 67 5 3 0 6 2 — 76 7
Sunderland U23 2017–18[197] — — — 3[d] 0 3 0
Blackburn Rovers 2018–19[198] Championship 21 1 0 0 1 0 — 22 1
Sheffield United 2019–20[199] Premier League 1 0 1 0 0 0 — 2 0
2020–21[200] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 — 0 0
Total 1 0 1 0 0 0 — 2 0
Western Sydney Wanderers 2021–22[201] A-League Men 14 3 1 0 — — 15 3
Total 14 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 15 3
Sydney FC 2022–23 A-League Men 13 0 0 0 — — 13 0
2023–24 A-League Men 9 1 3 1 — — 12 2
Total 22 1 3 1 0 0 0 0 25 2
Career total 226 16 20 2 17 3 14 2 277 23
  1. ^ Appearance in UEFA Cup
  2. ^ Appearances in UEFA Europa League
  3. ^ a b Appearance in UEFA Champions League
  4. ^ Appearances in EFL Trophy

International

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As of match played 2 June 2013[202]
Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
England 2011 2 0
2012 0 0
2013 1 0
Total 3 0

Honours

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Everton

Manchester City

Sydney FC

England U16

England U21

Individual

References

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Jack Rodwell

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Jack Rodwell (born 11 March 1991) is an English retired professional footballer who primarily played as a defensive midfielder or centre-back. He rose through the youth academy at Everton, signing at age seven and making his senior debut in February 2007 against AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Cup at just 15 years old, becoming the youngest player to represent the club in European competition.[1] Over the next five seasons at Everton, Rodwell made 110 appearances and scored eight goals in all competitions, establishing himself as a versatile and promising talent capable of playing in central midfield or defence.[2] In July 2012, Rodwell transferred to Manchester City for a reported £12 million, where he won the 2013–14 Premier League title and lifted the 2013–14 Football League Cup during his two-year stint, which included 16 league appearances marred by hamstring injuries.[3] His career trajectory shifted dramatically after joining Sunderland in August 2014 for £10 million, where persistent injuries limited him to just 50 appearances over four seasons, including a notorious streak of 39 consecutive matches without a win that highlighted his struggles.[3] Seeking revival, Rodwell moved to Blackburn Rovers on loan in 2018, followed by a brief spell at Sheffield United in 2020 where he made only two competitive appearances.[4] Later in his career, Rodwell ventured to Australia, signing with Western Sydney Wanderers in November 2021 and scoring three goals in 14 appearances before joining rivals Sydney FC in August 2022, where he transitioned more permanently to defence and helped secure the 2023 Australia Cup despite ongoing injury challenges.[5] His time with Sydney FC ended in May 2024 upon his release, after which he remained without a club until retiring on 1 July 2025 at age 34.[6] Internationally, Rodwell represented England at every youth level from under-16 to under-21, captaining several sides, before earning three senior caps as a midfielder between 2011 and 2013, including his debut as a substitute in a 1–0 friendly win over Spain.[7]

Early years

Early life

Jack Christian Rodwell was born on 11 March 1991 in Southport, Merseyside, England.[8] He grew up in a close-knit family, living with his parents, Malcolm and Carol, along with his older brother Thomas.[9] His father, a local football enthusiast, provided early guidance and support in his son's burgeoning interest in the sport, contributing to an authentic football-oriented family environment in the Merseyside area.[10][11] Rodwell attended Farnborough Road Junior School and later Birkdale High School in Southport, where he balanced academics with growing involvement in local sports.[12][13] His initial exposure to organized football came through playing for the local youth club Birkdale United during his school years, where family encouragement played a key role in fostering his passion for the game.[12][8] From a young age, Rodwell showed promising talent in local youth matches, often standing out for school teams and Birkdale United with his composure and skill in midfield, even as a six-year-old.[12] These early performances highlighted his natural ability and determination, setting the stage for his transition to a professional youth setup at Everton at the age of seven.[8]

Youth career

Rodwell joined Everton's academy at the age of seven in 1998, after playing for local club Birkdale United.[8][14] He advanced rapidly through the youth ranks, debuting for the under-18 side at age 14 and the reserve team at 15.[15] During this period, Rodwell developed as a versatile player, primarily in central midfield with strong defensive attributes, though he was also regarded as a promising centre-back option.[16][2] Under manager David Moyes, he earned early exposure by training with the first-team squad and signed his initial professional contract—a two-year deal—in March 2008, just before his 17th birthday.[17][18][19]

Club career

Everton

Rodwell made his professional debut for Everton on 20 December 2007, coming on as a substitute in a UEFA Cup group stage match against AZ Alkmaar, becoming the club's youngest-ever player in European competition at 16 years and 284 days old.[20] This appearance marked the culmination of his progression through Everton's youth academy, where he had impressed since joining at age seven.[2] Over the following seasons, Rodwell gradually established himself in the first team, initially featuring sporadically in the Premier League and cup competitions while balancing youth development. The 2009–10 season represented Rodwell's breakthrough, as he made 30 appearances in the Premier League, contributing to Everton's seventh-place finish, and scored his first Premier League goal in a memorable 3–1 home victory over Manchester United on 20 February 2010, earning man-of-the-match honors for his commanding midfield display.[21] Overall, he featured in 36 matches across all competitions that year, scoring four goals despite a hamstring injury that sidelined him briefly.[22] In the 2010–11 campaign, Rodwell solidified his role as a consistent starter, forming effective partnerships in central midfield with players like Marouane Fellaini, whose physical presence complemented Rodwell's technical range and defensive tenacity, though recurring injuries limited him to 24 Premier League outings.[2] Rodwell's development at Everton was hampered by persistent injury concerns, but his versatility as a defensive midfielder earned praise from manager David Moyes for his maturity and ball-winning ability. By July 2012, after 108 appearances and four goals in all competitions for the club, Rodwell departed Goodison Park, signing for Manchester City in a deal reportedly worth an initial £12 million, potentially rising to £15 million in add-ons.[23]

Manchester City

Rodwell joined Manchester City from Everton on 12 August 2012, signing a five-year contract for an initial fee of £12 million, which could rise to £15 million with add-ons.[23] The 21-year-old midfielder was viewed as a long-term successor to Nigel de Jong in the defensive midfield role, bringing versatility and international experience from his England caps.[24] His arrival followed City's Premier League title win the previous season, with expectations that he would bolster the squad's depth amid Roberto Mancini's push for sustained success.[25] During his two seasons at the Etihad Stadium, Rodwell contributed to Manchester City's major honors, including the 2013–14 Premier League title as part of the victorious squad and the 2013–14 Football League Cup, where he made substitute appearances in the competition.[26] He featured in 26 matches across all competitions, scoring two goals, including one in a 6–0 league win over Newcastle United in October 2013.[27] However, his progress was severely hampered by persistent injuries, starting with a recurring hamstring problem that sidelined him for much of his debut campaign and extending to knee issues requiring surgery in 2014.[28] These setbacks restricted him to just 16 Premier League appearances over the two years, often limiting him to brief substitute roles despite showing promise when fit.[26] In August 2014, after struggling for consistent playing time under Manuel Pellegrini, Rodwell departed Manchester City for Sunderland in a £10 million transfer, agreeing to a five-year deal with the aim of reviving his career through regular minutes.[29]

Sunderland

Rodwell joined Sunderland in August 2014 on a five-year contract for a reported £10 million transfer fee from Manchester City, where persistent injuries had already limited his playing time. He made an immediate impact, scoring the equalizing goal with a header in a 1–1 Premier League draw against Manchester United on his home debut at the Stadium of Light on 24 August 2014.[30] In his debut season of 2014–15, Rodwell featured in 20 league matches, contributing to Sunderland's narrow escape from relegation as they finished 16th in the Premier League.[31] However, Rodwell's time at Sunderland was overshadowed by a series of debilitating injuries that echoed his struggles at Manchester City. Early in the 2014–15 season, a hamstring injury sidelined him from October 2014 until January 2015, causing him to miss 14 league games. Subsequent issues included a knee problem in early 2015 that kept him out for several weeks, followed by recurring hamstring strains in 2016 and a medial knee ligament injury in January 2017 after just returning from another hamstring absence.[32] Back problems also plagued him intermittently, leading to over 100 games missed across his career during this period, with only sporadic returns to the pitch.[33] Amid Sunderland's ongoing fight against relegation—finishing 17th in 2015–16 and 20th in 2016–17—Rodwell's availability dwindled, restricting him to just 67 league appearances over four seasons despite the club's desperate need for midfield stability.[26][34] In 2017–18, as Sunderland dropped to the Championship and then League One, he made only two league starts, exacerbating tensions over his fitness and commitment.[34] The culmination came in June 2018, when Sunderland and Rodwell mutually agreed to terminate his contract a year early, amid disputes over his high wages—reduced from £73,000 to £43,000 per week following the club's double relegation—and ongoing concerns about his match readiness after limited play.[35] This exit allowed the financially strained club to offload a burdensome deal lacking a relegation pay-cut clause.[36]

Blackburn Rovers

Rodwell joined Blackburn Rovers on a free transfer on 23 August 2018, signing a one-year contract after his Sunderland deal was mutually terminated earlier that summer.[37] The move represented an opportunity for the 27-year-old midfielder to revive his career in the Championship, bringing Premier League experience to Tony Mowbray's squad following their promotion from League One.[38] In the 2018–19 season, Rodwell made 22 appearances across all competitions, primarily adapting to a defensive midfield role where Mowbray encouraged him to play more conservatively to preserve his fitness.[22][39] He scored his sole goal for the club in a 3–0 home win against Hull City on 26 January 2019, ending a 16-month goal drought, but recorded no assists.[40] These recurring fitness problems, which had plagued him since his injury-riddled spell at Sunderland, continued to hinder his consistency and limited his overall influence on the team.[41] Rodwell's stint ended when he was released upon the expiry of his contract in June 2019, after Blackburn secured a mid-table 15th-place finish in the Championship.[42][43]

Sheffield United

On 3 January 2020, Jack Rodwell signed a short-term contract with Sheffield United until the end of the 2019–20 Premier League season, joining as a free agent after impressing manager Chris Wilder during a trial over the Christmas period; he had been without a club since his release from Blackburn Rovers in the summer of 2019 following 22 appearances in the Championship the previous season.[44] Rodwell, a defensive midfielder seeking to return to top-flight football after a three-year absence, debuted two days later as a second-half substitute in a 2–1 FA Cup third-round victory over AFC Fylde, providing solidity in central midfield.[45] Rodwell's only Premier League outing came on 5 July 2020, entering as a late substitute in a 1–1 draw with Burnley during the season's COVID-19-delayed resumption; he offered defensive cover amid a congested fixture list but struggled to earn a starting role due to intense competition and his own recovery from prior injuries. In August 2020, despite just two senior appearances, Rodwell secured a one-year contract extension until the summer of 2021, with Wilder praising his professionalism, attitude in training, and positive influence on the squad during a challenging period.[46] Rodwell did not feature in any matches during the 2020–21 campaign as Sheffield United battled relegation, ultimately finishing 20th and dropping to the Championship; his limited involvement highlighted the difficulties of reintegrating into Premier League demands after extended time away from elite competition.[22] He was released at the end of the season, with no permanent transfer to the club materializing.[47]

Western Sydney Wanderers

In November 2021, Jack Rodwell signed a one-year contract with Western Sydney Wanderers, marking his first move overseas after a prolonged period sidelined by injuries in England.[48][49] The 30-year-old former England international had been without a club since leaving Sheffield United earlier that year and trained with the Wanderers for two weeks prior to finalizing the deal, expressing enthusiasm for playing in Australia, which he described as his "favourite country on Earth."[50][51] Rodwell made his debut for the Wanderers on 20 November 2021 in a 0–0 Sydney Derby draw against rivals Sydney FC, coming on as a substitute in central midfield after over 16 months without competitive action.[52] Over the 2021–22 A-League Men season, he adapted to the demands of regular football, appearing in 15 league matches primarily as a defensive midfielder or centre-back, contributing to a solid defensive record that helped the team finish fifth and qualify for the playoffs.[53] Key contributions included his first A-League goal on 8 January 2022, a powerful header in a 2–1 victory over Melbourne City, ending a 612-day scoring drought, as well as a winning strike against Perth Glory on 2 February 2022 in a 1–0 win that bolstered their push toward the post-season.[54][55] Rodwell's contract expired at the end of the 2021–22 season, during which he made 20 appearances across all competitions, scoring three goals.[22] The Wanderers confirmed his departure on 12 August 2022, thanking him for his contributions amid the club's playoff campaign, where they were eliminated in the elimination final by Melbourne City.[56]

Sydney FC

In August 2022, Rodwell joined Sydney FC on a free transfer, signing a two-year contract with the club.[57] His prior stint with Western Sydney Wanderers helped facilitate a smooth adjustment to the A-League environment.[58] During his time at Sydney FC, Rodwell made over 25 appearances across all competitions, scoring two goals, and played a pivotal role in the team's success, including their 2023 Australia Cup victory where he featured in three matches and netted once.[22][59] Transitioning primarily to a defensive role, he became a veteran leader at the back, providing stability and mentoring younger squad members with advice drawn from his extensive Premier League experience.[60][61] Rodwell departed Sydney FC in May 2024 upon the expiration of his contract at the end of the 2023–24 season.[59] As of November 2025, Rodwell remains without a club.

International career

Youth international career

Rodwell began his international career with England's youth teams, making his debut for the under-16 side on 20 October 2006, captaining the team in a 1–1 draw against Wales at Richmond Park in Carmarthen.[62] Two months later, in December 2006, he led the under-16s to victory in the Victory Shield, culminating in a 2–1 win over Scotland at Glanford Park in Scunthorpe.[63] He earned four caps at this level during the 2006–07 season, showcasing his leadership and versatility in central midfield or defense.[8] Progressing to the under-17 team, Rodwell made his debut on 30 July 2007 in a 2–0 friendly win over Iceland at the Bescot Stadium.[7] He featured prominently in the 2007–08 season, accumulating nine caps, including scoring the only goal in a 1–1 draw against France during the UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualifiers on 25 March 2008. Rodwell was a key defender in the 2008 Algarve Tournament, where England secured the title by defeating Denmark 3–0, France 2–0, and drawing 0–0 with hosts Portugal.[64] Rodwell transitioned to the under-19 level in 2008, earning four caps across the 2008–09 campaigns, including his debut in a 2–1 friendly victory over the Netherlands on 9 September 2008.[8] He contributed as a regular squad member during the UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualifiers in 2009 and 2010, helping England advance in the group stages with solid defensive performances. His most extensive youth involvement came at under-21 level, where he amassed 21 caps between 2009 and 2012, scoring two goals.[62] Rodwell debuted on 31 March 2009 in a 0–2 friendly loss to France at the City Ground, Nottingham, before netting his first goal for the team in a 7–0 qualifying rout of Azerbaijan on 8 June 2009 at the Madejski Stadium. He was instrumental in qualifying for the 2009 UEFA European Under-21 Championship, starting in the group stage and scoring in a 1–1 draw with Germany on 22 June 2009, as England reached the final before losing 4–0 to Germany.[65] Rodwell captained the side on several occasions, including during the 2011 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifiers, though England advanced to the quarter-finals before being eliminated on penalties by Ukraine after a 0–0 draw on 23 June 2011.[66] His strong form at Everton facilitated these call-ups, establishing him as a promising talent in the youth setup.[67]

Senior international career

Rodwell earned his first senior call-up to the England team in November 2011, following strong performances with the under-21 side.[68] He made his debut as a substitute in a friendly match against Spain on 12 November 2011 at Wembley Stadium, replacing Phil Jones in the 57th minute during England's 1-0 victory, with Frank Lampard scoring the winner.[69] Three days later, under manager Fabio Capello, Rodwell started his second appearance in another friendly against Sweden on 15 November 2011, again at Wembley, where England secured a 1-0 win thanks to a Danny Welbeck goal; Rodwell played the full 90 minutes in central midfield.[70] Rodwell was included in Roy Hodgson's 23-man squad for UEFA Euro 2012 but did not feature in any of the tournament's matches as England reached the quarter-finals.[71] His final appearance came over a year later, on 2 June 2013, in a friendly against Brazil at the Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, where he substituted for Theo Walcott in the 84th minute during a 2-2 draw.[72] In total, Rodwell won three senior caps for England without scoring, all in friendlies, and was subsequently overlooked for further selections amid recurring hamstring injuries that hampered his club form.

Personal life and retirement

Personal life

Rodwell married Australian Alana Licate in 2013 after meeting her during Everton's pre-season tour of Australia in 2009.[3][73] The couple has two children, born around 2015 and 2018.[16][74] Following his move to the A-League Men in late 2021, Rodwell and his family relocated to Sydney, where they settled in the city's southern suburbs near the beach.[75][58] Throughout his career, Rodwell participated in various club-led charity initiatives, including supporting food bank campaigns at Blackburn Rovers and attending community events with Manchester City's foundation.[76][77] He also took part in Sunderland's annual charity fashion show to raise funds for the Foundation of Light.[78] Rodwell's professional life was significantly impacted by chronic hamstring injuries, which he addressed through extensive treatments including psychological support and medical interventions during his playing days; post-career, he has continued to manage the lingering effects of these issues.[79][80][81]

Retirement

Rodwell was released by Sydney FC in May 2024 and, as of November 2025, remains without a club.[6] His career was impacted by ongoing cumulative injuries that limited his appearances.[16] Reflecting on his career in interviews, Rodwell highlighted the highs of securing the Premier League title and League Cup with Manchester City as pivotal achievements, contrasted by the lows of extended injury spells that derailed his progress.[3]

Career statistics

Club

Jack Rodwell's club career spanned over a decade across the Premier League, Championship, and A-League, where he made 274 appearances and scored 23 goals in total, primarily as a defensive midfielder or centre-back.[82] His contributions included 9 assists, with most occurring during his formative years at Everton and his tenure at Sunderland. Rodwell accumulated approximately 18,770 minutes on the pitch, received 25 yellow cards, and was sent off twice with red cards.[83]

Everton (2007–2012)

Rodwell progressed through Everton's youth academy, debuting for the senior team in February 2007 in the UEFA Cup against AZ Alkmaar at age 15. He featured in 110 matches across the Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Cup, scoring 8 goals and providing 5 assists. His most productive season was 2010–11, with 30 Premier League appearances and 2 goals.[82]
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsMinutesYellow CardsRed Cards
2006–07UEFA Cup1004500
2007–08Premier League2004900
2008–09Premier League / FA Cup / League Cup24 / 1 / 11 / 0 / 00 / 0 / 01,512 / 90 / 451 / 0 / 00
2009–10Premier League / FA Cup / League Cup24 / 2 / 11 / 0 / 01 / 0 / 01,678 / 180 / 452 / 0 / 00
2010–11Premier League / FA Cup / League Cup30 / 1 / 22 / 0 / 02 / 0 / 02,430 / 90 / 1053 / 0 / 00
2011–12Premier League / FA Cup / League Cup19 / 2 / 11 / 0 / 01 / 0 / 01,362 / 135 / 452 / 0 / 00
TotalAll110857,56680

Manchester City (2012–2014)

Rodwell joined Manchester City for a reported £12 million in 2012 but struggled with limited playing time due to competition and minor injuries, appearing in 25 matches across all competitions, with 2 goals and no assists. His appearances were concentrated in the 2012–13 Premier League season (16 games, 2 goals).[82]
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsMinutesYellow CardsRed Cards
2012–13Premier League / FA Cup / League Cup16 / 1 / 32 / 0 / 00 / 0 / 01,058 / 45 / 1351 / 0 / 00
2013–14Premier League / FA Cup / League Cup / Champions League1 / 0 / 3 / 10 / - / 0 / 00 / - / 0 / 08 / - / 79 / 100 / - / 0 / 00
TotalAll25201,33710

Sunderland (2014–2018)

Rodwell's four-year spell at Sunderland was marred by persistent injuries, including hamstring and knee issues, restricting him to 76 appearances despite signing a four-year contract. He scored 7 goals and recorded 3 assists, but missed over 100 league games, including long absences in 2015–16 and 2017–18. In one extreme case, he received 50 injections in five days to manage a hamstring problem.[82][16][81]
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsMinutesYellow CardsRed Cards
2014–15Premier League / FA Cup / League Cup20 / 1 / 11 / 0 / 00 / 0 / 01,404 / 45 / 452 / 0 / 00
2015–16Premier League / FA Cup / League Cup22 / 2 / 31 / 0 / 01 / 0 / 01,512 / 180 / 1473 / 0 / 10
2016–17Premier League / FA Cup / League Cup15 / 1 / 12 / 0 / 01 / 0 / 01,089 / 90 / 452 / 0 / 01
2017–18Championship / FA Cup / League Cup13 / 0 / 01 / - / -0 / - / -1,035 / - / -2 / - / -0
TotalAll76735,59291

Blackburn Rovers (2018–2019)

After leaving Sunderland, Rodwell signed a one-year deal with Championship side Blackburn Rovers, where he made 22 appearances, scored 1 goal, and contributed no assists. His season was interrupted by a knee injury in late 2018.[82]
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsMinutesYellow CardsRed Cards
2018–19Championship / FA Cup / League Cup19 / 2 / 11 / 0 / 00 / 0 / 01,498 / 180 / 904 / 0 / 00
TotalAll22101,76840

Sheffield United (2020)

Rodwell joined Sheffield United on a short-term contract in January 2020 but made only 2 substitute appearances in the FA Cup, with no goals or assists, before his deal expired without extension.[82]
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsMinutesYellow CardsRed Cards
2019–20FA Cup20011200
TotalAll20011200

Western Sydney Wanderers (2021–2022)

Moving to the A-League, Rodwell captained Western Sydney Wanderers, appearing in 14 matches across the league and Australia Cup, scoring 3 goals and providing 1 assist in his half-season stint.[82]
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsMinutesYellow CardsRed Cards
2021–22A-League / Australia Cup12 / 22 / 11 / 0708 / 1530 / 00
TotalAll143186100

Sydney FC (2022–2024)

Rodwell joined Sydney FC in August 2022, making 25 appearances in the A-League and Australia Cup, with 2 goals and no assists. He was released in May 2024 and has not signed for another club since, remaining a free agent as of November 2025.[82][6]
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsMinutesYellow CardsRed Cards
2022–23A-League / Australia Cup14 / 21 / 00 / 0844 / 1802 / 00
2023–24A-League / Australia Cup7 / 21 / 00 / 0420 / 1351 / 01
TotalAll25201,57931

International

Rodwell represented England at various youth levels, earning a total of 38 caps and scoring 2 goals between the under-16 and under-21 teams. He debuted for the under-16s in 2006, accumulating 4 appearances without scoring, before progressing to the under-17 side in 2007 with 9 caps and no goals. At under-19 level in 2008–09, he made 4 appearances without scoring, and he featured most prominently for the under-21 team from 2009 to 2012, where he played 21 times and netted twice.[8] A highlight of his youth international career came during the 2011 UEFA European Under-21 Championship in Denmark, where Rodwell was part of the squad that advanced to the semi-finals after topping their group. He made three appearances in the tournament, starting against Ukraine and the Czech Republic in the group stage, and featuring in the semi-final penalty shoot-out loss to Germany. Rodwell won three senior caps for England between 2011 and 2013, all in friendlies, without scoring any goals. His debut came shortly after his under-21 exploits, as a substitute against Spain, influenced by his consistent form at Everton. Despite initial promise, injuries limited further opportunities, and he never appeared in a major tournament like the FIFA World Cup or UEFA European Championship.[7]
DateOpponentResultCompetitionRole/Position
12 November 2011Spain (H)1–0 WinFriendlySubstitute (71') / Midfielder
15 November 2011Sweden (A)1–0 WinFriendlyStarter / Midfielder
2 June 2013Brazil (N)2–2 DrawFriendlyStarter / Midfielder

Honours

Club honours

Rodwell won two major honours during his time at Manchester City. He was part of the squad that secured the Premier League title in the 2013–14 season, though his involvement was limited by persistent hamstring injuries, restricting him to just five league appearances that year.[84] Additionally, City lifted the EFL Cup in 2014 after defeating Sunderland 3–1 in the final at Wembley, with Rodwell featuring in earlier rounds of the competition as a squad player.[84][85] Later in his career, Rodwell contributed to Sydney FC's triumph in the 2023 Australia Cup, Australia's premier knockout competition. As a key defensive presence, he made three appearances and scored once during the campaign, helping the team navigate the knockout stages before their 3–1 victory over Brisbane Roar in the final at Allianz Stadium.[84][86]

International honours

Rodwell represented England at youth international level, where he achieved one notable team honour. With the under-17 team, he was part of the squad that won the 2008 Torneio Internacional Algarve, a prestigious youth tournament held in Portugal, defeating Portugal in the final.[87] At under-21 level, Rodwell featured in the 2011 UEFA European Under-21 Championship, starting in group stage matches, but England failed to advance after a 1–2 defeat to the Czech Republic in their final group match.[88][89] Rodwell earned three caps for the senior England team in friendlies between 2011 and 2013 but secured no international honours at that level.[8]

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