Jose
Mourinho paid a fitting tribute to the career of recently retired star
Thierry Henry while revealing the only moment he 'didn't enjoy' during
the Frenchman's time at Arsenal.
In
2004, Henry caught Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech unawares while
organising his wall with a quickly taken free-kick during the 2-2
Premier League draw.
Referee
Graham Poll allowed the goal to stand despite protestations from the
Chelsea bench as the two team battled it out for the title.
Thierry Henry scores a quick free-kick during Arsenal's 2-2 Premier League draw against Chelsea in 2004
Petr Cech was still organising his wall when Henry stroked the ball into an empty net
The Franch striker wheels away in celebration of his cheeky goal at Highbury
Speaking firstly of Henry's decision, Mourinho said: 'I read with some emotion his reaction.
'I'm
always very sad when the big players stop their careers. But, at the
same time, when I read about his wonderful journey and the way he
enjoyed his career, and the way he looks forward for the rest of his
life, I'm happy.
'I
think he's a very happy guy, very proud of everything he did. I think
he looks forward to the new steps in his life, always connected with
football for sure.
Henry shows his sporting side at the final whistle as he embraces Chelsea captain John Terry
Jose Mourinho claimed Henry's quickly taken free-kick was the only moment he 'didn't enjoy' during the Frenchman's career
'I just want to thank him for the great moments he gave to all of us.
'Only
one moment I didn't enjoy, which was the goal he scored against us when
Mr Poll allowed him to take the free-kick when everyone was still
preparing.
'Even
in that moment he showed how intelligent he was playing football. So
thanks for everything he gave to us, and we wish him the best for the
future.'
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