Terry may comeback for the crucial game …

England captain John Terry is hoping to make a comeback for England against Croatia in their Euro 2008 qualifier on Wednesday.

Terry has completed his rehabilitation from a knee operation and will report for training with Steve McClaren's squad ahead of the crucial game at Wembley.

The defender, who has not played for Chelsea since injuring himself in training the day before last month's England defeat in Russia, was among the England players who met up last night at their Hertfordshire hotel.

His presence would be a huge boost for England as Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand is suspended, while Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen have been ruled out through injury.

Terry's return would also cap a remarkable few days in England's Euro 2008 qualifying campaign after Israel shocked Russia with a 2-1 victory in Tel Aviv on Saturday.

Chelsea coach Avram Grant has told his captain that he can play against Croatia if he is fit.

Grant has also said that Chelsea full-back Ashley Cole will be fit for Wednesday's game, despite missing Chelsea's draw at home to Everton last week and England's victory over Austria in a friendly on Friday night.

"Chelsea have the best two left-backs in England, and Ashley Cole is fit for England," said Grant.