‘Rafatation’ fine by me, insists skipper Terry

Chelsea captain John Terry is unequivocal in his support for Rafael Benitez’s rotation system if it propels the Blues back into the Champions League — but the defender insists he is ready, willing and able to play up to three times a week if required.

The 32-year-old defender scored twice in Wednesday’s 3-0 Barclays Premier League win at Fulham which saw last season’s Champions League winners climb above Arsenal and move into pole position for the third automatic qualifying spot for next year’s tournament.

Terry, an unused substitute in Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final loss to Manchester City, said: “I accept the rotation system completely. I can definitely play twice a week, three games a week if need be.