Thierry Henry has thanked a brand new “generation” of Arsenal title-winners for giving his kids a Premier League success to savour.
Mikel Arteta’s side have ended a 22-year wait for a top-flight title after being confirmed as champions by Manchester City’s draw at Bournemouth on Tuesday evening.
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The information sparked jubilant scenes in north London after a long-awaited success, with Henry a part of the final title-winning squad in 2004.
That Premier League crown achieved by the “Invincibles” was the Frenchman’s second in a golden interval for the membership across the flip of the century. It got here earlier than, nonetheless, Henry welcomed his first baby in 2005, and the transfer to the Emirates Stadium from Highbury a 12 months later.
Henry stays intently tied to a membership he returned to on mortgage later in his profession, and is delighted to have new firm as an Arsenal title winner.
“From Highbury seats to the Emirates – Arsenal nation, finally we can celebrate,” Henry posted on Instagram.
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“Special thanks to this generation – finally now my kids saw us winning the league.”
Arsene Wenger, who oversaw these two titles, additionally featured in a celebratory publish from the membership.
“You did it,” the previous Arsenal supervisor stated. “Champions go on when others stop. This is your time. Now, go on and enjoy every moment.”