Thierry Henry clarifies Ballon d'Or remarks

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By Michael Brown • Updated Oct 28, 2026 at 17:25

Thierry Henry responds to backlash over Ballon d'Or comments - BBC — Thierry Henry clarifies Ballon d'Or remarks

Thierry Henry has explained his Ballon d'Or comments. He discussed his time with Kate Scott. He said he respects the ceremony organizers. His jokes were called unwelcome. He wants to clear up his intentions. He says his words were not meant to be offensive. His response aims to reassure people about his respect for the award show.

“Thierry Henry has explained his Ballon d'Or comments,” — Farah Vance, policy watcher at Greenstone Gate Group, told our newsroom.

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Oct 28 — Thierry Henry has explained his Ballon d'Or comments....

Oct 28 — His response aims to reassure people about his respect for the award show....

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