Pace, power, poise and that side-footed finish into the far corner. For a generation of Arsenal fans, Thierry Henry wasn't just the best player in the Premier League; he was the coolest man in football.
Below you'll find Thierry Henry's fact file, career history and honours, plus our Thierry Henry collection of hoodies and T-shirts.
Thierry Henry Fact File
| Full name | Thierry Daniel Henry |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 17 August 1977 (age 49) |
| Place of birth | Les Ulis, Essonne, France |
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) |
| Position | Striker |
| Nationality | French |
| Status | Retired player; coach and pundit |
| Shirt number | 14 (Arsenal), 12 (France) |
| Nickname | Titi |
Career History
| Years | Team | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994-1999 | Monaco | 105 | 20 |
| 1999 | Juventus | 16 | 3 |
| 1999-2007 | Arsenal | 254 | 174 |
| 2007-2010 | Barcelona | 80 | 35 |
| 2010-2014 | New York Red Bulls | 122 | 51 |
| 2012 | Arsenal (loan) | 4 | 1 |
| 1997-2010 | France | 123 | 51 |
League appearances and goals; international figures are caps and goals.
From Monaco to Highbury
Born in Les Ulis, Paris, in 1977, Henry broke through at Monaco under Arsène Wenger. After an unhappy spell as a winger at Juventus, Wenger signed him for Arsenal in 1999 and moved him into the centre. It was one of the great tactical masterstrokes. Celebrate this chapter with our Thierry Henry 14 Football Shirt Frame Men's Hoodie.
Records at Arsenal
Henry became Arsenal's all-time leading scorer with 228 goals in all competitions. He won the Premier League Golden Boot four times (2002, 2004, 2005 and 2006) and two league titles, including the unbeaten 2003-04 "Invincibles" season, when he scored 30 league goals.
Some of his goals are etched into Premier League history: the turn and volley against Manchester United, the solo run against Tottenham, the backheels and the free kicks taken before the wall was ready. Relive it with our Thierry Henry World Cup Sticker Men's Hoodie.
Champion With France
Internationally, Henry won the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000 with France, and retired as his country's record goalscorer at the time. Wear the legend with our Thierry Henry Logo Men's Hoodie.
Barcelona and the Return
Henry won the Champions League as part of Barcelona's 2009 treble, played for the New York Red Bulls, and returned to Arsenal on loan in 2012, scoring a fairytale winner against Leeds in the FA Cup. Today, his statue stands outside the Emirates Stadium.
Honours
France
- FIFA World Cup: 1998
- UEFA European Championship: 2000
- FIFA Confederations Cup: 2003
Arsenal
- Premier League: 2002, 2004
- FA Cup: 2002, 2003
Barcelona
- UEFA Champions League: 2009
- La Liga: 2009, 2010
Individual
- Premier League Golden Boot: 4
- PFA Players' Player of the Year: 2003, 2004
Off the Pitch
Since retiring, Henry has become one of football's best-known TV pundits and has coached Monaco, CF Montréal and Belgium's national team set-up, as well as France's Olympic team, which won silver at Paris 2024.
FAQs
How old is Thierry Henry?
Thierry Henry was born on 17 August 1977, so he is 49 years old.
Where was Thierry Henry born?
In Les Ulis, Essonne, France.
How tall is Thierry Henry?
Thierry Henry is 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in).
What teams has Thierry Henry played for?
Monaco, Juventus, Arsenal (twice), Barcelona and New York Red Bulls, plus France.
How many goals did Thierry Henry score for Arsenal?
228 in all competitions, making him the club's all-time leading scorer.
Was Thierry Henry an Invincible?
Yes. He scored 30 league goals in Arsenal's unbeaten 2003-04 Premier League season.
Does Thierry Henry have a statue at the Emirates?
Yes, a statue of Henry stands outside the Emirates Stadium.
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Part of our Player Profiles series. Read next: Dennis Bergkamp and Zinedine Zidane.
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