Thierry Henry praised France’s “lovely journey” on the Paris Olympics regardless of defeat to Spain of their gold medal match on Friday.
Henry led France to their first soccer medal on the Video games since their triumph on the 1984 version in Los Angeles, however will take residence silver this time round.
Maghnes Akliouche and Jean-Philippe Mateta’s late strikes noticed Les Bleus come from 3-1 down within the closing 10 minutes to ship the encounter to extra-time.
Nonetheless, Sergio Camello’s brace broke French hearts on the Parc des Princes, with Spain persevering with to say their dominance on the worldwide stage.
Regardless of the defeat, Henry lauded his gamers’ efforts throughout the event, saying that he’ll keep in mind their journey as one thing that united the nation.
“It was magical. I instructed the blokes that I used to be pleased with them and that we’ve obtained a medal on the finish. Positive this isn’t how we needed to be however the story is superb,” mentioned Henry.
“I feel all people loved. It didn’t finish nicely however there was emotion, a medal and a stupendous journey. We’re a stupendous nation after we are collectively.
“It’s lovely to see individuals with jerseys, individuals with flags on the Olympics.
“It’s tough to have fun this medal however we have now to. There was a narrative, an incredible human journey.”
