Joe Cole out for the rest of the season

Felipao Scolari has been shocked by by the loss of England midfielder Joe Cole for the rest of the season. The 27-year-old ruptured cruciate knee ligaments during the Blues’ 4-1 FA Cup triumph over Southend.

Scolari admitted: “It is a big disappointment and a big loss.” Chelsea captain John Terry added: “We’re all gutted for him. We’re all behind Coley to get fit as soon as possible. No-one will be more hurt at missing games through injury than Joe.”