Favourite: Harry Redknapp is expected to be named as Capello's successor

Bernstein has led from the front since Terry’s trial for allegedly racially abusing Anton Ferdinand was adjourned until after the European Championship, and he had a mandate from the FA board to take personal charge of the talks.

The FA directors had no intention of backing down after taking the moral lead on the Terry situation. They considered it inappropriate for the defender to captain the England team when he was facing such a serious charge — one he denies — and it was Capello’s failure to recognise the sensitivity of the issue that has ultimately led to his downfall.

After the meeting Capello cleared his desk, leaving Bernstein to ring the rest of the board to explain that the breakdown in trust was irretrievable. It is understood he received their support.

In a statement, the FA said: ‘The Football Association can confirm that Fabio Capello has today resigned as England manager.

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