Hayden Foxe is an Australian former professional soccer player known for his defensive skills.
He played for Portsmouth F.C. from 2002 to 2005, helping the team secure promotion to the Premier League.
Foxe had a brief stint at West Ham United, where he struggled to find consistent playing time.
Biography
Early Life
Hayden Vernon Foxe is an Australian former professional soccer player, born into a family with a strong football background, as he is the brother of fellow footballers Jeremy and Damien Foxe. He began his football journey at Blacktown City in Sydney before making a significant move to Europe, where he joined the prestigious Ajax Amsterdam academy in 1995. During his time at Ajax, he developed into a promising defender, showcasing his skills on an international stage.
Career
Foxe's professional career spanned multiple countries and leagues, including stints in the Bundesliga, Premier League, and J1 League. After his time at Ajax, he played for Sanfrecce Hiroshima in Japan from 1998 to 2000, where he became a key player. His impressive performances earned him a transfer to West Ham United in 2000, although he faced challenges in securing a regular spot in the team. In 2002, he moved to Portsmouth, where he played a crucial role in the club's promotion to the Premier League, contributing to their 2002-03 First Division title win. However, injuries plagued his career, leading to his eventual release in 2005.
Following his time in England, Foxe returned to Australia, where he played for several clubs, including Perth Glory and Sydney FC. He also represented the Australia national team, earning 11 caps between 1998 and 2003, and participated in the 1996 and 2000 Summer Olympics with the U23 squad. After retiring from professional play, Foxe transitioned into coaching, taking on the role of assistant coach for the Australia men's national soccer team.
Personal Life
Beyond his football career, Foxe has maintained a connection to the sport through his family and coaching roles. His journey reflects the dedication and resilience required to succeed in professional sports, and he continues to influence the next generation of players in Australia.
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Career & Clubs
Europe
Beginning his career at Sydney club Blacktown City he moved to Dutch club Ajax Amsterdam where he played from 1995–97. Foxe soon established a reputation as a talented young defender, earning a move to J1 League club Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 1998–99. Becoming an important player both at club and international level, Foxe represented his country at the 1996 Summer Olympics and 2000 Summer Olympics. He impressed enough to earn a move to England's West Ham United for the 2000–01 season. He was then immediately loaned to Belgian club Mechelen in order to build up his match fitness. Foxe returned to West Ham United in March, but struggled in the Premiership, losing his place when then manager Harry Redknapp left the club later that year. After playing only 12 games for West Ham, he moved to Portsmouth (then managed by Harry Redknapp) for £400,000 in May 2002. Foxe was an important player as Portsmouth won the 2002–03 First Division title, and in doing so were promoted to the Premiership. He was a regular in Portsmouth's side until a fractured bone in his foot ended his campaign at Christmas. He spent the rest of that season, as well as the 2004–05 season, rehabilitating. New manager Alain Perrin elected not to renew his contract when it expired in June 2005, and he was released. Foxe returned to Australia to undergo an operation in an attempt to resolve his ongoing injury problems. Foxe trained with Leeds United during their 2006 pre-season campaign and signed a…
Youth
Foxe played 1993 World Youth Championship Finals in Japan with the Australia U17 national team and at the 1997 FIFA World Youth Championship in Malaysia with the U20 national team. With the Australia U23 national team he participated in qualification for the 1996 Summer Olympics and he was a member of the squad at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta and 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney.
Senior
Foxe was capped by the Australia national team.
- Club
- Sydney FC (2010–2011)
- Club
- Leeds United F.C. (2006–2007)
- Club
- West Ham United F.C. (2000–2002)
- Club
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima (1998–2000)
- Club
- Arminia Bielefeld (1997–1998)
- Club
- Perth Glory FC (2007–2009)
- Club
- KV Mechelen (2000–2001)
- Club
- AFC Ajax (1995–1997)
- Club
- Australia national under-17 association football team (1993–1993)
- Club
- Portsmouth F.C. (2002–2005)
- Club
- Australia men's national under-20 soccer team (1997–1997)
- Club
- Australia national under-23 soccer team (1996–2000)
- Club
- Australia men's national soccer team (1998–2003)
- League
- Bundesliga
- League
- Premier League
- National team
- Australia
Personal
He is the brother of Jeremy Foxe & Damien Foxe, who also played football.
Clubs
- Australia national under-17 association football team1993–1993
- AFC Ajax1995–1997
- Australia national under-23 soccer team1996–2000
- Arminia Bielefeld1997–1998
- Australia men's national under-20 soccer team1997–1997
- Australia men's national soccer team1998–2003
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima1998–2000
- KV Mechelen2000–2001
- West Ham United F.C.2000–2002
- Portsmouth F.C.2002–2005
- Leeds United F.C.2006–2007
- Perth Glory FC2007–2009
- Sydney FC2010–2011
Played together with
Aaron CresswellWest Ham United F.C. · 2014
Aaron LennonLeeds United F.C. · 2003–2005
Aaron MokoenaAFC Ajax · 1999–2003- Aaron MokoenaPortsmouth F.C. · 2009–2012
Aaron Wan-BissakaWest Ham United F.C. · 2024
Abdelhak NouriAFC Ajax · 2015–2017
Abdoulaye FayeWest Ham United F.C. · 2011–2012
Abdul RazakPortsmouth F.C. · 2011–2011- Abdul RazakWest Ham United F.C. · 2014–2014
- Abubakari YakubuAFC Ajax · 1999–2005
Adam ClaytonLeeds United F.C. · 2010–2010- Adam ClaytonLeeds United F.C. · 2010–2012
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Identifiers & aliases
Hayden Vernon Foxe is an Australian former professional soccer player who works as assistant coach with the Australia men's national soccer team. He played football as a centre-back at the top level in Germany, Japan, Belgium, England and Australia. Foxe represented his country at international level 11 times between 1998 and 2003.
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