"You see that passion sometimes. You saw it in Stuart Pearce's face when he scored that penalty [in Euro 96 after missing one in the 1990 World Cup] and you saw it in JT's face.
"I put the ball in the right area and it was written for JT to get on the end of it. As a team we were all pleased and proud of him. He's got a lot of support within the team, outside of the team and at his club. To be captain and score a goal at Wembley means a lot to JT and no one can ever question his passion and dedication when he puts an England or Chelsea shirt on. That's what we look at."
Beckham, who was handed a commemorative golden cap by Sir Bobby Charlton prior to kick-off to mark passing his century of appearances in the last match against France, refused to be drawn on who should take the skipper's role permanently.
Terry became the third different player to assume the responsibility under Fabio Capello and Pearce after Steven Gerrard and Rio Ferdinand, with Gareth Barry set to lead the team against Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday.
He added: "Every one of those players is a strong character and passionate about their country and when you see them play, everyone can see how much it means to them. If you show that kind of passion then you have got every chance of being a great captain."
Gerrard also paid tribute to Terry's character. "I am so pleased for John," he said. "He is a top guy off the pitch and also a great player on it."
Of those players who were in Moscow for the Champions League Final, only Ferdinand and Wayne Bridge will travel to Port of Spain for Sunday's friendly.
