Legendary striker Henry becomes assistant manager for Belgium national side, joining the staff of ex-Everton boss Roberto Martinez – check out International Friendlies betting odds with Bet365!
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The 39-year-old announced via his official Twitter account that he’s looking forward to his new job, which will be his first serious step towards professional management.
“Honoured to be assistant coach for Belgium. Thanks to Roberto Martinez and the Royal Belgian FA. Very excited. Can’t wait,” said the former Arsenal and Barcelona striker.
Honoured to be assistant coach @BelRedDevils. Thanks to Roberto Martinez & the Royal Belgian Football Association. Very excited.Can’t wait.
— Thierry Henry (@ThierryHenry) August 26, 2016
Up until recently, the World Cup and Euro Championship winner worked as Arsenal’s Under-18 coach, however he resigned that post last month. Despite assuming new responsibilities with the Belgian FA, it is believed the job won’t come in conflict with his punditry work at Sky Sports.
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Martinez, who was officially unveiled as the new Belgian boss at the start of this month, commented on the Frenchman’s ‘collective mentality’ and great experience at international level – an asset that could give them the edge against their opponents.
“Thierry is an important figure. He will bring something different,” commented the 43-year-old manager. “He agreed right away to join us. He is someone who knows how to develop a collective mentality, how to work together to win. He won the World Cup in 1998 and has the experience to achieve great things”
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Henry’s first test as Martinez’s assistant will come on September 6 when the Belgian Red Devils 1.30 (3/10) will face Cyprus 10.00 (9/1) away from home. Sam Allardyce on the other hand will be gearing up for his first challenge as the new Three Lions boss on September 4, as England 2.00 (1/1) are scheduled to play Slovakia 3.75 (11/4) on the road.
Northern Ireland have impressed at the Euros in France by reaching the last 16 round, however for their showdown against Czech Republic 1.70 (7/10), they’ve been dealt underdog chances 5.00 (4/1). Norway 7.00 (6/1) will host world champions Germany 1.40 (2/5), while Croatia 1.65 (13/20) will once face Turkey 5.50 (9/2) in a repeat of the Euro 2016 group stage match.
Sweden 3.00 (2/1) will have to cope without the presence of Zlatan Ibrahimovic from now on as they take on Holland 2.30 (13/10), while Euro 2016 champions Portugal 2.62 (13/8) are set to go head to head with Switzerland 2.60 (8/5) away from home.
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