Mourinho confirmed that his captain and experienced goalkeeper Iker Casillas would not be returning despite traveling with the team and training Tuesday at the Etihad Stadium, home of United's great rivals Manchester City.

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Scotland's most experienced player, Hamilton succeeded Ryan Watson as captain in May 2009.

BBC: Gavin Hamilton steps down as Scotland skipper

Wasps skipper Dallaglio, 35 last Friday, is the most experienced member of the squad with 79 caps, but former England captain Will Carling has questioned whether Dallaglio should have been included.

BBC: Tindall & Hodgson miss World Cup

Yuvraj, who was captain of the Board side, believes the tourists' lack of an experienced spin bowler could be crucial during the four-Test series.

BBC: Unconvincing Aussies avoid defeat

Possibly the most extraordinary situation I experienced and -- we were totally unprepared for it -- came when the captain of the yacht I was working on fell sick and went into a coma.

CNN: Confessions of a superyacht worker

Made captain by Tilson, the Grenada international striker has played a visible role as one of the most experienced players in the squad, bringing the players closer together.

BBC: What a difference a month has made for Lincoln City

Ulster captain Simon Best fractured his ankle in the 12-12 draw with the Scarlets last Friday and the experienced Justin Fitzpatrick has been drafted in as his front row replacement.

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