Chelsea skipper John Terry has hailed the quality of teammate Gary Cahill.

Terry has downplayed his role in his side's success, claiming pal Cahill is a better option for the Three Lions.

"Gary is a big character," he said.

"He was obviously disappointed to be left out of the Chelsea side a few months ago, but he has come back and taken his chance again.

"He has been different class and is England's best centre back. For me he has been brilliant all season long.

"The manager has taken him out and stuff, but for me he has been playing at a very high level. In the big games he has a lot of experience and he steps up to the plate."