The 29-year-old was informed of the decision by Capello during a brief meeting at Wembley on Friday afternoon. The decision comes after allegations surrounding the Chelsea skipper's private life came to light. A statement on the FA's website read: "After much thought, I have made the decision that it will be best for me to take the captaincy away from John Terry. "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. "John Terry was notified first. "When I chose John Terry as captain, I also selected a vice-captain and also named a third choice. There is no reason to change this decision. "I would like to take this opportunity to thank the FA, particularly Lord David Triesman and Ian Watmore, for allowing me to make this decision in my own time and in the best interest of the team." Although Capello has not clarified whether he still intends to select Terry, it is understood he has already confirmed Rio Ferdinand will replace the Chelsea man, with Steven Gerrard acting as his deputy. Capello has only been in the job for just over two years but it is a measure of his standing within the English game that both FA chairman Lord Triesman and chief executive Watmore were happy to let him make the judgement. Equally, team sponsors Nationwide have been quick to offer their support. "The captaincy of the England football team is a matter for Fabio Capello and the Football Association. It is not a matter for the team sponsor," said Nationwide spokesman Chris Hull. "These are private matters and not a matter for Nationwide. Nationwide is the England team sponsor and not the sponsor of any one individual." Terry kept his own comments brief. However, he had little option other than to accept Capello's decision and gave a broad hint that he would continue to be involved with the national team. "I fully respect Fabio Capello's decision," Terry said in a statement. "I will continue to give everything for England."
