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The seven month wait is over as Fabio Capello finally announced his permanent captain for the England national team. Despite Rio Ferdinand seemingly red hot favourite for the armband, the Chelsea skipper has managed to retain the captaincy he held under Steve McClaren's disastrous tenure.

Capello explained the reasons behind Terry's re-appointment, claiming the player's personality was key to his appointment.

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