When Thierry Henry takes a French lawn, it's never trivial. Accustomed to keeping his native country for several years, the former Blues striker was very discreet on the hexagonal scene. His relationship with the French public, somewhat altered after the controversial episode of the hand against Ireland in 2009, had since appeased thanks in particular to its role with the French Olympic team. But this time, his return is a lot of talk: what does Henry do in France do at the end of May?
The answer was given by AJ Auxerre and Djibril Cissé himself. On May 27, Thierry Henry will participate in the jubilee of his former teammate in the French team. An announcement made with pride by Cissé, who did not hide his happiness of seeing the legend of Arsenal respond present. The two men have known each other for their years in the blue jersey, and clashed in a club several times in the 2000s. For the occasion, Henry will find Father Deschamps, a stadium where he had played for the last time in 2003 with Arsenal, in the Champions League.
Thierry Henry answers Djibril Cissé's call for a legendary match
The event promises to be exceptional. Alongside Thierry Henry, other legends confirmed their presence: Didier Drogba, Steven Gerrard, Robert Pirès, Jean-Alain Boumsong, Philippe Mexès, Olivier Kapo, and even Matt Pokora. A skewer of stars that will delight nostalgic. This jubilee will pay tribute to a player who deeply marked the history of AJ Auxerre, with 90 goals scored in 169 games.
Henry, between media rarity and friendly loyalty
If the arrival of Henry creates so much emotion, it is also because the former Gunner is rarely seen in popular events in France. By accepting the invitation of Djibril Cissé, he testifies to a deep attachment to his former teammates. More than prestige, it is friendship that seems to have motivated its presence.
This May 27, Father Deschamps will find an effervescence worthy of the big hours of the club. And for good reason: between memories, reunion and stars of the ball, this evening promises to be unforgettable. One thing is certain: Henry's return to France, even for a tribute match, will not go unnoticed.
