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Zidane, Guardiola and Henry? Great players who became great coaches

Following Thierry Henry's first-ever managerial appointment at Monaco, we take a look at a select group to have had glittering playing careers and gone on to achieve success as coaches as well.

Henry certainly ticks the first box, remaining Arsenal's record goalscorer and having been a vital part of the 'Invincibles', as well as winning a multitude of trophies at Barcelona. 

Whether or not the Frenchman can repeat his achievements from the touchline remains to be seen.

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