England manager Fabio Capello says he is hopeful John Terry will play an important role for his side at the 2010 World Cup.

Capello took the decision last week to strip the Chelsea (7/10 to beat Everton on the midweek coupon) defender of the captains armband following a number of allegations about Terry’s private life being published by the press.

The Italian made the call based on what he thought would be best for the England players (11/2 to win the World Cup) as they continue their build up for the World Cup in South Africa (125/1).

Capello says he now wants to draw a line under the issue and look ahead to the future with Manchester United (7/5 to be outright winners of the Premier League) defender Rio Ferdinand taking over as skipper.

Capello has also given his support to Terry, insisting the 29-year-old is still a vital part of his plans to bring the World Cup back to England (4/1 to reach the semi-final).

“This is now over,” explained Capello. “It is finished. It is time to move on.

“John Terry is still an important player for England. He is still one of the most important players for England.”

Capello was speaking following the draw for Euro 2012 which saw England (8/1 to be Euro 2012 outright winners) named alongside Wales, Switzerland, Bulgaria and Montenegro for their campaign to qualify.

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