By opening the scoring against Poland, in the round of 16 of the World Cup this Sunday, Olivier Giroud broke Thierry Henry’s legendary French team goal record. Now the author of 52 goals in 117 selections, the 36-year-old striker, who had been shelved by Didier Deschamps a year ago, relished this umpteenth comeback. A new proof of its extraordinary resilience.
“It’s a childhood dream come true”admitted the AC Milan striker, before sending a message to his illustrious elder.“I am very proud to have beaten Titi because for me he is a living legend of French football and I hope we can celebrate that together when we can see each other.”
The next time this is the case, Thierry Henry, current T2 of the Belgian selection, may be the new coach of the Red Devils. “It’s all the harm I wish him, I think coaching a selection like Belgium would be a great thing for him. He can do a good job there.”