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- Thierry Henry showcased his dancing skills after guiding France to the final of men's football at Paris 2024
- Henry's charges clawed from the jaws of defeat to beat Egypt 3-1 after extra-time before displaying his dance moves
- He would, however, have to put up a tactical masterclass to beat Spain on Friday, August 9 in the grand finale
France Under-23 men's head coach Thierry Henry delighted fans with his smooth dance moves after leading his team to the Olympic Games final.
The former Arsenal and FC Barcelona striker masterminded a thrilling comeback for Les Bleus against Egypt, setting up an exciting showdown with Spain.
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Despite controlling the game for much of the match, France found themselves trailing when Mahmoud Saber gave the Pharaohs a surprise lead just past the hour mark, per beIN Sports.
As the clock ticked down and the final seemed to slip away, the passionate crowd at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais rallied behind Henry's squad.
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Their fervent support spurred the team on, and Crystal Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta equalised in the 83rd minute, sending the match into extra time.
Mateta struck again in the 99th minute, and new Bayern Munich attacker Michael Olise sealed the victory, ensuring France's place in the final, as noted by Spanish publication AS.
This achievement marks the first time a European team has reached the final since Spain's triumph in Barcelona in 1992.
Invariably, it ends the dominance of Latin American nations, who had won the last five tournaments (Brazil and Argentina each claimed two titles, and Mexico one).
Thierry Henry shows smooth dance moves
After the match, Henry couldn't resist joining in the celebrations.
The 46-year-old displayed his impressive dance skills, much to the delight of his players and fans.
A viral video captured Henry shedding formalities and hitting the dance floor, where his players gave him the spotlight to showcase his slick moves with his shoulders and legs.
What's next for Thierry Henry?
Henry now has the opportunity to add another chapter to his storied career.
A win against Spain in the final would not only be his first major honour as a coach but also a significant achievement, complementing his World Cup and European Championship victories with Les Bleus as a player.
France and Argentina players clash
In a previous publication, Legit.ng reported that France's 1-0 victory over Argentina at the Olympic Games was marred by a post-match brawl, as old tensions flared up once again.
France secured their place in the men's football semi-finals at the Paris Games, with Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta scoring the sole goal with a powerful header in the first half.
Source: YEN.com.gh
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