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Ferdinand named England captain

From BBC Sport: Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has been named England captain for Wednesday's friendly with France in Paris.

Chelsea defender John Terry, captain under Steve McClaren, had been expected to skipper the side on Wednesday.

Steve Gerrard led England for manager Fabio Capello's first game in charge against Switzerland last month.

There was also speculation that David Beckham could captain the side if, as expected, he wins his 100th cap.

Although Capello has named Ferdinand to lead the side against France there is no suggestion that the Manchester United star will captain England throughout their forthcoming World Cup qualifying campaign.

"Fabio Capello has confirmed that Rio Ferdinand will captain England against France in Paris," said an FA statement.

"Capello has confirmed this continues his policy of rotating the captaincy between players in the friendly matches before confirming a permanent captain for the World Cup qualifying games."

At the weekend previous skipper John Terry had said that despite being England captain under McClaren, he didn't expect to be given the nod by Capello.

"I certainly don't expect to be captain but I 'm very hopeful I am," Terry told BBC Sport.

"I wish to continue to as England captain but I respect Mr Capello's decision."