FACTFILE Born: 07/12/1980 Position: Defender Club: Chelsea Caps: 11 Goals: 0

Terry will almost certainly make up one half of England's first-choice centre back pairing after strong performances for Chelsea and injury to Jonathan Woodgate.

He will play alongside Sol Campbell and England will be hoping both men remain fit in the build up to Portugal.

Terry has been outstanding at the heart of defence in Chelsea's new-look side and was a key figure in their progress to the Champions League semi-finals.

Strong and composed, Terry is a natural leader and can already be considered an England regular.