John Terry has been stripped of the England captaincy after a summit meeting with Fabio Capello on Friday evening.The Chelsea skipper has been under intense media scrutiny for the past week following revelations in the English media about an extra marital affair with a woman who was also an ex-girlfriend of his England (and one-time club) team mate Wayne bridge.
"After much thought I have made the decision that it will be best for me to take the captaincy away from John Terry," said Capello through a statement after the crucial meeting.
The Italian also indicated that Rio Ferdinand will be installed as the new national team captain, this confirmed by the FA along with the promotion of Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard to the role of Vice-captain of his country.
Capello made every effort to clarify that his decision had nothing to do with the defenders performance on the pitch:
"As a captain with the team, John Terry has displayed extremely positive behaviour, however, I have to take into account other considerations and what is best for all of the England squad. What is best for all of the England team has inspired my choice and John Terry was notified first."
"As a captain with the team, John Terry has displayed extremely positive behaviour, however, I have to take into account other considerations and what is best for all of the England squad. What is best for all of the England team has inspired my choice and John Terry was notified first."
In a separate statement to the Press Association, Terry vowed to continue his commitment to his national team and indicated no disappointment with the decision to remove from his role.
"I fully respect Fabio Capello's decision, I will continue to give everything for England."
The deposed skipper will need to put the distractions out of his mind as on Sunday he will wear the captains armband of Chelsea, against London and also title rivals, Arsenal.
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