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The John Terry Appreciation Thread

axman2526 said:
http://weaintgotnohistory.sbnation.com/2015/9/20/9358169/spoiler-alert-it-is-because-zouma-is-fast-and-terry-is-slower-than-the-mississippi

Are we now starting to see with JT what we saw happen to Adams, Bould and the like before him? Restricted more to the supporting role, time shared between the bench and the starting 11.

Or does he force his way back in week in and week out soon?
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Great article, or at least great words from Jose. The media are resorting to making yet more stuff up to paint a picture of a major rift and behind the scenes turmoil at the club. It's good of Jose to put them right.
 
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ForeverCarefree said:
The Mirror are trying to spin the idea that JT playing against Walsall on Wednesday night is "humiliating" and a "clear sign that his days look numbered at Stamford Bridge".

http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/chelseas-john-terry-play-vs-6482891
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It's ridiculous isn't it.

JT plays: humiliating, days numbered, etc.

JT doesn't play: humiliating, days numbered, etc.

It's probably true that his days are numbered, and he has surprised many people by playing at such a high level for so long, but the idea of him ever being embarassed to turn out for the club is laughable.

 
It's a shame, really. I'm sure most sports journalists get into the profession wanting to share their knowledge, and inspire real thought-provoking debate with their articles.

Instead it's all about the most controversial headline, and getting the clicks & reactions.

What would be so wrong with "___ looks at how Chelsea may lineup midweek. Will Terry be back in the lineup?"

It's the main reason I read & post on this forum and regularly check out WAGNH. You can actually enjoy some real football discussion.

 
A real legend. He should be at every game with his head held high whether he starts, is on the bench or in the stands. A true professional and that was visible to see during the Arsenal match. I hope he doesn't go anywhere and ends his career here. Has a lot to pass and to Zouma and the next young CB.

 
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The media are probably gutted that Terry looked very happy for Zouma when he scored on Saturday, they was probably hoping to grab a few pictures of him looking angry.
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I think most Pro's are pretty good, with one noteable exception in CR7 who looks visibly angry when someone else scores, instead of passing to him

 
A 20 year old Chelsea fan died recently of cervical cancer  

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2908320/Woman-20-told-stomach-cramps-growing-pains-fighting-life-diagnosed-cervical-cancer.html

JT's response:

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The big man is a great defender and a true Chelsea Legend.

Simple as that.

The media can 'shove it'.

 
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Could some kind soul who knows something about football please explain why the best centre half in the history of the premier league, one who had possibly his best ever season last season, and who has shown time and time again that not only are his own contributions beyond reproach but that his organisational and motivational skills are such that those around him raise their game, is not good enough to be selected on our team? 

 
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Liam said:
Could some kind soul who knows something about football please explain why the best centre half in the history of the premier league, one who had possibly his best ever season last season, and who has shown time and time again that not only are his own contributions beyond reproach but that his organisational and motivational skills are such that those around him raise their game, is not good enough to be selected on our team? 
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...........uh, i dunno, i'm lost on this one too. When he was in the team this season, was he really all that bad ? from what i have seen from him so far, he hasn't performed worse than Cahill or Zouma.

 
Like he did with Benetiz I reckon JT has spoken to Jose and addressed some concerns about the team.

He's paying for it now.

No reason not to play JT, he's too important.

 
He simply has to play. Yes he'll get done now and again but we are a shambles at the back without his leadership.

No doubt his abscence from the team is having an impact off the pitch too. When struggling is when you need your leaders most but a leaders words just cannot carry as much weight if people know he's going to be sitting on his arse for 90 minutes come gameday.

 
startedwithglenn said:
He simply has to play. Yes he'll get done now and again but we are a shambles at the back without his leadership.

No doubt his abscence from the team is having an impact off the pitch too. When struggling is when you need your leaders most but a leaders words just cannot carry as much weight if people know he's going to be sitting on his arse for 90 minutes come gameday.
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Agreed. His continued absence makes even less sense when we are leaking so many goals at the back. My only theory with Ivan's continued presence as that he plays as the vice captain in JT's absence. However as far as we know JT is fit and available for selection.  Whereas Ivan has been struggling to put it politely. Surely it makes more sense to drop Ivan and bring JT back? If Jose is worried about pace at the back then keep Zouma and drop Cahill for JT.

JT is the club captain and the best leader we currently have among the players. A 1 or 2 game absence is one thing but he seems to have been frozen out. At some point Jose should clarify the situation. Have they fallen out? 

 
Liam said:
Could some kind soul who knows something about football please explain why the best centre half in the history of the premier league, one who had possibly his best ever season last season, and who has shown time and time again that not only are his own contributions beyond reproach but that his organisational and motivational skills are such that those around him raise their game, is not good enough to be selected on our team?
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We sit far too deep with him at the back to protect him from his lack of space. Tell you what; I am confused because I felt Azpi was shifted to the left to offer him some protection. Now he is out of the team, Azpi is still on the left.

 
I don't see how Ivan has better leadership qualities then JT himself. The man couldn't even tackle to save his life now.

We lack a leader like JT in our games these days, someone who would scream and command his teammates to get back to their positions and organise the team when we are under pressure. It's so bloody obvious that everyone in the team are playing like headless chickens, making illogical and wasteful moves without proper guidance.

And there is a severe lack of motivation in how they play too. This is where great captains step in to spur their teams to victory.

The way things are going recently, it's like going into a battle without a commander. The President (Jose) refused to mobilise his General (JT) and mobilised a menacing looking but slow tank (Ivan) instead. The tank, devoid of emotions and inspirations, lead a front line of bewildered soldiers who are more interested on how good they looked with their gears on. Despite being predictably overran by their enemies, Mr. President still don't see the need to bring along his General to any future battles and ordered his men to repair that tank instead.

Rinse and repeat.

We need a leader like JT in times like these, Jose.

 
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