Soccer-Henry still a villain as far as Irish are concerned


Soccer Football - International Friendly - Republic of Ireland v Belgium - Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Republic of Ireland - March 26, 2022 Belgium assistant coach Thierry Henry during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Phil Noble

DUBLIN (Reuters) - Irish fans showed they have long memories, and have not forgiven, when they subjected Thierry Henry to a loud chorus of jeers on Saturday as television cameras lingered on him sitting on the bench for Belgium in the friendly international at the Aviva Stadium.

The Frenchman is Belgium’s assistant coach and was at the Dublin stadium for the 2-2 draw between Ireland and Belgium as the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) celebrated its centenary.

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