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No apology from Chelsea's Terry to Milner over horror tackle

Chelsea captain John Terry has not apologised to Aston Villa midfielder James Milner for his controversial Wembley challenge. Terry was booked for his high tackle on Milner during the second half of their 3-0 FA Cup semi-final victory on Saturday, a challenge labelled "horrendous" by boss Martin O'Neill after the game.

The Chelsea defender tried to speak to his England colleague after the game but found Villa's dressing room locked.

"I think the yellow card was right," Chelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti said. "I saw the tackle on the television. John touched the ball before making contact with Milner.

"I know that Terry called Milner and, for Milner, it was OK. I think the decision of the referee was right.

"It was a yellow card. The rules say that, if you have the intention to touch the ball, it's not a red card.

"I know he tried to speak with Milner after the game on Saturday. He went to their locker room but it was locked.

"For him, I don't think it was a problem to say sorry. It was just a tackle. I know O'Neill was upset but there's no news."

A spokesman for Chelsea added: "They texted each other on Sunday night and John was checking to see if he was OK. He didn't say sorry."

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