02-05-2008, 10:56 PM
New England manager Fabio Capello has made Steven Gerrard his captain for Wednesday's friendly against Switzerland, his first match in charge.
The Liverpool midfielder steps into the role until Capello has had more time to decide on a permanent skipper, with previous incumbent John Terry injured.
Capello said: "Gerrard is important because he can pass on things, transmit things and inspire the players.
"But I will not name a permanent captain before the Andorra match."
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An early indication to see who Capello will make permanent captain, or just using the obvious choice while Terry's out?
Does put to bed those saying Rio should/will get it though
The Liverpool midfielder steps into the role until Capello has had more time to decide on a permanent skipper, with previous incumbent John Terry injured.
Capello said: "Gerrard is important because he can pass on things, transmit things and inspire the players.
"But I will not name a permanent captain before the Andorra match."
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An early indication to see who Capello will make permanent captain, or just using the obvious choice while Terry's out?
Does put to bed those saying Rio should/will get it though