Twenty years later, Arsenal will be there for the Champions League final. Tuesday, just six days after the draw from their trip to the Metropolitano (1-1), the Gunners validated their qualification by dominating Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium (1-0) thanks to a goal from Bukayo Saka just before the break.
In the running for an incredible double, the London club never ceases to impress. Thierry Henry is also full of praise for Mikel Arteta’s troops, still undefeated in the Champions League this season. An exceptional performance for the man who is still considered the greatest player in Arsenal’s history and who was the last English champion in 2004, won without conceding the slightest defeat.
“When you look at what this group has accomplished, you have to take a step back to really appreciate it, confided the former world champion on the CBS set. We often talk about the ‘Invincibles’ of 2004, but what about what this team achieved by going through the Champions League undefeated? It’s a whole other level. »
“It brings tears to my eyes”
“In Europe, the margin for error is non-existent, he continued, taking the example of this semi-final against Atletico Madrid. We saw it very clearly during this semi-final against Atlético. Everyone said, “This is a nightmare,” because we know how they like to drag you through the mud. But Arsenal remained patient. They beat them at their own game, in a game of mental chess. »
Thierry Henry could not hide his emotion at the performance achieved by the Londoners. “To reach the final without losing is to affirm to the whole world that Arsenal are redefining the standard. I am above all a supporter, and seeing my club embody the DNA of North London with so much class and determination… It brings tears to my eyes,” he whispered.
