Thierry Henry 37, Announces His Retirement From Soccer, After 20 Years In The Game

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Former Arsenal and France striker Thierry Henry has announced his retirement from football after a 20-year career. He is joining Sky Sports. "It has been an incredible journey," said the 37-year-old striker. Henry won two Premier League titles and three FA Cups with the Arsenal between 1999 and 2007, Champions League trophy with Barcelona in 2009 and returned to Arsenal for four matches on loan from the Red Bulls in 2012, coming on as a substitute to score the winner against Leeds in the third round of the FA Cup. The Frenchman scored 175 Premier League goals and is fourth on the list of all-time scorers.

"I would like to thank all the fans, team-mates and individuals involved with AS Monaco, Juventus, Arsenal, Barcelona, the New York Red Bulls and, of course, the French national team that have made my time in the game so special," said Henry in a statement. "I have had some amazing memories (mostly good!) and a wonderful experience. I hope you have enjoyed watching as much as I have enjoyed taking part. See you on the other side."

When asked if he had considered another stint at the Emirates, he told Sky Sports: "You kind of never leave Arsenal." But he added that another comeback might prove costly, referencing the 'Rocky' films starring Sylvester Stallone. "At one point, it will turn out to be a bad move," he said. "We all love the first Rocky, but I'm not too sure about the last one."