Former Arsenal superstar, Thierry
Henry who worked as a pundit for the BBC during the 2014 FIFA World Cup
in Brazil has agreed to re-join the BBC’s legion of pundits ahead of
Euro 2016, goal.com reports.
The 38-year-old Frenchman was part of the Le Blues team that won the World Cup at home in 2000.
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Henry who retired from football in 2014 after a time at New York Red Bulls, worked as a pundit for rivals Sky Sports in 2013, having previously worked with the BBC at the 2014 World Cup.
“I really enjoyed the World Cup in Brazil and it was a completely different experience as a pundit rather than a player,” the former Gunner explained.
“I am enjoying my broadcasting work and look forward to being part of the BBC’s team, covering some of the great matches featuring Europe’s best players.
“It is a tournament that is very close to my heart, having won it 15 years ago, and the fact it is being held in France will make it an extra special experience,” he posited.
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Thierry Henry
The 38-year-old Frenchman was part of the Le Blues team that won the World Cup at home in 2000.
READ ALSO: Thierry Henry Told Arsenal How To Win The Premier League Title
Henry who retired from football in 2014 after a time at New York Red Bulls, worked as a pundit for rivals Sky Sports in 2013, having previously worked with the BBC at the 2014 World Cup.
“I really enjoyed the World Cup in Brazil and it was a completely different experience as a pundit rather than a player,” the former Gunner explained.
“I am enjoying my broadcasting work and look forward to being part of the BBC’s team, covering some of the great matches featuring Europe’s best players.
“It is a tournament that is very close to my heart, having won it 15 years ago, and the fact it is being held in France will make it an extra special experience,” he posited.
READ ALSO: FIVE Jobs Footballers Chase After Retirement
Henry could be in charge of the game between England against Wales, which the BBC nabbed the rights for, ahead of ITV, though Gary Lineker & Co.
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