The West Ham United defender replaces the suspended Jamie Carragher in the England line-up, with Ledley King still out injured.
Upson has been capped 19 times by England, including six appearances alongside Terry - all six of which have ended in England victories.
England must win at Port Elizabeth to ensure their progress to the knock-out stages of the World Cup.
- Football.co.uk staff
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Source: DSG