Chelsea defender John Terry: my form has stood up

07 March 2010 09:31
Many have been critical of the form of the 29-year-old, who was stripped of the England captaincy following tabloid revelations surrounding him and the former partner of Wayne Bridge. [LNB]The knives were out after Chelsea lost 3-1 to Everton, but Terry insists that, aside from that game, his form is holding up. [LNB] Related ArticlesChelsea v Stoke CityBosingwa ruled out for rest of seasonChelsea also-rans in money leagueTerry 'would not survive' in Argentina for affairDeco plans to quit ChelseaSport on televisionHe told The People: "There are not many players who come out publicly and hold their hands up like I did after the Everton game. [LNB]"I also had an air-kick at Wolves but, apart from that, I am pleased with my form this year. [LNB]"In the first half of the season I was in really good form but after a couple of bad results, and what has gone on in recent weeks, the spotlight has been on me. [LNB]"But I feel as though I am playing well." [LNB]Terry was content with his performance in the international friendly against Egypt on Wednesday, his first performance since losing the England captaincy, and felt he continued to play a leadership role. [LNB]"I played well against Egypt," he said. "It was important for me to come through that with a good performance. [LNB]"I think I did carry on as a leader against Egypt. I think anyone who was watching the game could see that." [LNB]

Source: Telegraph