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Ferdinand named as England captain

Rio Ferdinand is the surprise choice to skipper the England side in tomorrow evening’s international friendly with France.

Favourite John Terry, and Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard – who captained the side against Switzerland last month – have been overlooked by Capello who is eager to stamp his own trademark on English football.

Winning is Everything also understood that former captain David Beckham could lead the side out if he earns his 100th cap.

Despite the Italian naming the Manchester United defender as captain for tomorrow’s match, there is no guarantees that he will be the man to lead the country in the 2010 World Cup qualifying campaign. This has been supported by an F A statement released this afternoon which commented –

“Capello has confirmed this continues his policy of rotating the captaincy between players in the friendly matches before confirming a permanent captain for the World Cup qualifying games.”

Ferdinand is set to earn his 66th cap for England and made his debut eleven years ago against Cameroon.

John Terry, skipper under previous manager Steve McClaren is said to be disappointed but told BBC Sport that “ I wish to continue as England captain but I respect Mr Capello’s decision”

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