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England coach criticises Terry

Published:Tuesday | June 22, 2010 | 10:42 AM

England coach Fabio Capello has criticised John Terry for not speaking to him first about the team\'s poor World Cup performances before talking to the media.



Terry, a former captain, told reporters about team meetings and a proposed discussion with Capello after England\'s poor form in a goalless draw with underdog Algeria, a result which threatens to put the team out in the first round for the first time since 1958.



Capello took the captaincy from Terry after newspaper revelations about his private life.



He made Rio Ferdinand his captain but then appointed Steven Gerrard after Ferdinand was ruled out with a left knee injury.



With only two points from two games, England will go out if they fail to beat Slovenia at Port Elizabeth tomorrow.