But what happened to the men who delivered one of the finest days in the Blues’ history? We’ve hunted down the heroes and found out where they are today.
9. Kevin-Prince Boateng
Scored five goals in his only season for Pompey before moving to Serie A. Represented Ghana at two World Cups. At 32 he made a surprise move to Barcelona last season on loan from Sassoulo. Now on loan at Besiktas from Fiorentina. Photo: Nick Potts
10. Frederic Piquionne
One of the heroes of the afternoon at Wembley. Went on to play for West Ham in the Premier League, has worked as a coach, is now a pundit in France and also involved with Martinique national team. Photo: Clive Rose
11. Aruna Dindane
Played in Qatar after leaving Fratton Park before an unsuccessful spell with Crystal Palace in 2013. Is now the secretary of the Ivorian Footballers' Association. Photo: Allan Hutchings
12. Papa Bouba Diop
Played for AEK Athens, West Ham and Birmingham after leaving Pompey at the end of the 2009-10 season. The former Ballon d’Or nomination is now working as a football pundit in his homeland. Photo: Chris Ison