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France Striker Thierry Henry Doesn’t Fear Play-Off Atmosphere In Ireland
The father figure of the French team is remaining calm ahead of a decisive period in Raymond Domenech's reign. And, having played in many intimidating stadiums in his time, he is unmoved by the prospect of a noisy Irish crowd...
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Nov 14, 2009 12:00:26 PM
Experienced France forward Thierry Henry has indicated that he and his international colleague are ready to shrug off the atmosphere of Croke Park on Saturday, when les Bleus challenge the Republic of Ireland in the crucial World Cup qualifying encounter.
Raymond Domenech’s side must tackle the Boys in Green twice over the course of the coming week for one of the final berths at the South African finals next summer, and much has been made about the intimidating welcome that will greet the French side.
Henry, however, couldn't be more laid-back.
“It's a football match,” he told the press.
“We were told the same thing in Serbia. We'll have to play well. From here, it is not clear. There will be a lot of atmosphere, lots of noise.”
Asked what he thinks will be the key to the game, the Barcelona man was reticent to comment.
“If we knew that, it would be great,” he said.
“We can’t know. We beat Ireland in 2005 but both teams have changed. We can get an idea after the first game.”
Henry proved to be the difference in 2005, scoring a terrific goal to light up an otherwise mundane match from a French perspective.
“There was a moment of magic,” he recalled.
“It was not our best game. I do not know how it will be on Saturday, but details may change during a game.”
Doubtless les Bleus would settle for another marginal victory in Dublin on Saturday evening, as any advantage to carry back to Paris for Wednesday’s match could prove to be vital.
Robin Bairner, Goal.com
Raymond Domenech’s side must tackle the Boys in Green twice over the course of the coming week for one of the final berths at the South African finals next summer, and much has been made about the intimidating welcome that will greet the French side.
Henry, however, couldn't be more laid-back.
“It's a football match,” he told the press.
“We were told the same thing in Serbia. We'll have to play well. From here, it is not clear. There will be a lot of atmosphere, lots of noise.”
Asked what he thinks will be the key to the game, the Barcelona man was reticent to comment.
“If we knew that, it would be great,” he said.
“We can’t know. We beat Ireland in 2005 but both teams have changed. We can get an idea after the first game.”
Henry proved to be the difference in 2005, scoring a terrific goal to light up an otherwise mundane match from a French perspective.
“There was a moment of magic,” he recalled.
“It was not our best game. I do not know how it will be on Saturday, but details may change during a game.”
Doubtless les Bleus would settle for another marginal victory in Dublin on Saturday evening, as any advantage to carry back to Paris for Wednesday’s match could prove to be vital.
Robin Bairner, Goal.com
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