"John Terry admits no remorse for wearing a complete uniform while hoisting the Champions League trophy; he discusses receiving a letter from UEFA regarding the mandate"
Chelsea Legend John Terry Dons Full Kit for 2012 Champions League Triumph
John Terry, a legendary figure in Chelsea's history, made a memorable appearance during the celebrations of the club's 2012 Champions League victory. Despite being suspended for the match, Terry emerged from the stands, wearing the full Chelsea kit.
This defiant act, as some might call it, was not a personal choice or a show of defiance, but a directive from UEFA. According to Terry, the governing body had issued a letter stating that every player, regardless of participation, had to be in full kit during the official trophy presentation.
Terry was not alone in his decision. Branislav Ivanovic and Paulo Ferreira, also suspended for the final, wore full kit like Terry during the celebrations.
The 2012 Champions League final was a rematch of the 2008 final, which Chelsea lost on penalties to Manchester United. This time around, the final was played in Bayern Munich's Allianz Arena home. The game was another tense affair, with Bayern having the best of the chances but unable to score until the 83rd minute, when Thomas Muller headed home a Toni Kroos cross. Five minutes later, Didier Drogba leveled the score, setting the stage for extra time.
The final was eventually settled on spot kicks, with Drogba netting the decisive penalty. Terry, despite his suspension, was a part of the historic moment, wearing boots, shinpads, and the captain's armband during the celebrations.
Interestingly, Terry's decision to wear full kit during the celebrations was not a new phenomenon. According to Terry, Manchester United's Roy Keane and Paul Scholes wore suits during their 1999 Champions League final and faced criticism from UEFA.
Terry's decision to wear full kit during the 2012 Champions League final celebrations has since become synonymous with Chelsea's maiden Champions League triumph, with the phrase 'doing a John Terry' now referring to the event.
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- In the celebrations following Chelsea's historic 2012 Champions League triumph, not only John Terry but also Branislav Ivanovic and Paulo Ferreira, who were suspended for the final, wore the full Chelsea kit, reflecting their unwavering support for the team.
- The 2012 Champions League final, a rematch of the 2008 final, saw a notable difference in players' attire during celebrations as compared to the 1999 Champions League final where Manchester United's Roy Keane and Paul Scholes wore suits, an act met with criticism from UEFA.
