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Star profile- Thierry Henry |
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 Name: Thierry Henry. Place and Date of Birth: Les Ulis, Essonne, France17 August 1977. International team: France. Current Club - Arsenal FC. Since 1999. Honours and Awards: European Junior Champion 1996. French Champion with AS Monaco. 1997. World Cup Winner 1998. Charity Shield Winner with Arsenal. 1998 and 1999. European Champion 2000 Champion of England with Arsenal. 2002. Top Scorer in England. 2002 : 22 goals. Confederation Cup Winner 2003.
This is Thierry Henry.: Thierry is one of world football's most electrifying talents. The French striker's skill, pace, eye for goal and selfless team play would improve any side on the planet but he is happy to remain the jewel in Arsenal's crown. Thierry was appointed captain at the start of the season following Patrick Vieira's departure, and he secured his place in Highbury history, when his second goal at Sparta Prague took him past Ian Wright's Club record of 185 goals. According to Arsène Wenger, the 28-year-old striker is approaching his peak. That is good news for Arsenal and, with a World Cup around the corner, France too. Thierry Henry is a dedicated soccer professional who came through the ranks of the much envied French National soccer academy. He is a player who never stops working to improve his game. He is fast, highly skilled technically and lethal in front of goal. He is the complete soccer player a brilliant individualist and an unselfish team player. Arsenal and the English Premier League are fortunate to have such a star in their ranks. Football experts are unanimous in their praise, "At the moment he's the best striker in the world.� Henry broke out with an unexpected performance at the 1998 FIFA World Cup as he helped lead France to victory. No longer a hidden gem, Henry shines for the Arsenal Football Club in England and is set to represent France once again.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 10 August 2008 )
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