Former Arsenal and France striker Thierry Henry will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement award at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year later this week.
The 48-year-old, widely considered to be one of the Premier League’s greatest players, is being recognised for a career that left an indelible mark on Arsenal, English football and the global game.
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Henry, who retired in 2014, will receive the award live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
“Football has given me everything and I gave it my all,” said Henry.
“To be recognised as part of its history with this Lifetime Achievement award and to have made my mark for the fans and my team-mates is something I’ll never take for granted.”
Meanwhile, BBC director of sport Alex Kay-Jelski outlined why the former Arsenal captain remains one of football’s most influential figures.
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“Thierry Henry redefined what it meant to be a modern footballer. From his artistry and intelligence in the Premier League to his impact on the global stage, his brilliance combined elegance with ruthless excellence”, he said.
“Thierry inspired generations of players and fans through his creativity, leadership and unmistakable love for the game. His influence extends far beyond his goals, shaping football culture and the way the sport is played and understood today.
“His legacy as one of the greatest footballers of all time makes him a truly deserving winner of the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Lifetime Achievement award.”
