Champions League news

Terry allowed to collect trophy

April 26, 2012

UEFA has confirmed that Chelsea captain John Terry will be able to lift the Champions League trophy and collect his medal should the Blues beat Bayern Munich.

John Terry is shown a red card in the first half at the Camp Nou
GettyImagesJohn Terry is shown a red card in the first half at the Camp Nou

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Terry is suspended for the final at the Allianz Arena on May 19 following his red card against Barcelona in Tuesday's semi-final second leg at the Camp Nou.

However, despite having to watch the match from the stands, UEFA has confirmed Terry would be able to join in with any post-match celebrations.

A statement read: "If Chelsea win the 2012 UEFA Champions League Final, John Terry will be allowed to lift the trophy and collect the medal."

Terry was shown a straight red card during the first half of the semi-final against Barcelona when he kneed Alexis Sanchez in the back.

Despite the setback, ten-man Chelsea went on to record a 2-2 draw to book their place in the final, but Terry apologised to the fans for his actions.

"It does look bad on the replay," he said. "I raised my knee but hopefully the people out there who know me, know I'm not that kind of player.

"At the time I was bewildered, but looking at the replay it looks a red card. On a personal note, of course (it hurts I miss the final), but we deserve to be in the Champions League final. I really hope that doesn't take away from this win."

UEFA's control and disciplinary body will decide the length of Terry's suspension on May 31.

European football's governing body has the power to extend the punishment, which would apply to next season's European Super Cup and possibly early Champions League or Europa League matches.