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Thierry Henry (Arsenal) waits to take a corner
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Thierry Henry (Arsenal) waits to take a corner
Thierry Henry (Arsenal) waits to take a corner. Barcelona 2:1 Arsenal. UEFA Champions League Final. Stade de France, Paris, 17/5/06. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / Stuart MacFarlane
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In this iconic photograph, Thierry Henry of Arsenal Football Club pauses before taking a corner kick during the 2005-06 UEFA Champions League Final against Barcelona at Stade de France in Paris on May 17,2006. The tension in the air is palpable as Henry, a key player for Arsenal, prepares to deliver a crucial set piece in what was a closely contested match. Barcelona led 2-1, and a goal from Henry could potentially turn the tide in Arsenal's favor. The image captures the intensity and focus of Henry as he surveys the field, assessing the positioning of both teams' players. His determination is evident in the set of his jaw and the steely gaze in his eyes. The crowd at Stade de France, a sea of red and white, roars in anticipation, their hopes resting on the shoulders of their star player. The UEFA Champions League Final was the pinnacle of European club football, and this match between Arsenal and Barcelona was a classic encounter between two of the best teams in Europe at the time. Henry, who had already scored 22 goals in the Premier League that season, was a central figure in Arsenal's attack and was instrumental in their run to the final. Despite the pressure, Henry delivered a precise corner kick that found the head of Arsenal defender Sol Campbell, who equalized the score at 2-2. The match ultimately went to penalties, with Arsenal emerging as the victors, securing their place in the history books as the first English team to win the UEFA Champions League without losing a single game. This photograph is a testament to Henry's skill, determination, and the unforgettable moments of football's greatest competition.
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