Thierry Henry (foto: Posnetek zaslona)
Thierry Henry joked about the “magic” of the Real Madrid shirt after the Spanish giants beat Manchester City 3-0 in the Champions League.
Thierry Henry delivered a humorous but revealing verdict on Real Madrid after the Spanish giants defeated Manchester City 3-0 in the Champions League round of 16.
The former Arsenal and Barcelona striker admitted he was fascinated by the unique aura surrounding Real Madrid in Europe’s biggest competition.
Madrid has struggled at times in the La Liga title race this season, yet once again showed a completely different level on the European stage.
The hero of the night was Federico Valverde, who scored a stunning hat-trick and placed Real Madrid in a powerful position before the return leg.
Speaking as a pundit on CBS Sports, Henry explained the strange magic he feels around the famous white shirt.
"Real Madrid… I don't know what they put in that shirt. If I wore it, maybe my hair would grow back."
The joke carried a deeper point. According to Henry, Real Madrid always transforms when the Champions League anthem begins.
The club’s record supports that view. Since the start of the 21st century, Real Madrid has won eight Champions League titles, building a reputation for delivering its best football on the biggest nights.
For many observers, including Henry, that mentality continues to make Real Madrid one of the most dangerous teams in European football, regardless of their domestic form.