Thierry Henry Steps Down as French Under-21 Coach Following Olympic Defeat

Thierry Henry has resigned as the coach of the French Under-21 national soccer team, citing personal reasons. This decision follows the team's loss to Spain in the Olympic final. Henry's contract was initially set to run until June 2025.

Thierry Henry has stepped down as the coach of the French Under-21 national soccer team, the French soccer federation announced on Monday. Just days earlier, Henry's team was defeated by Spain in the Olympic final.

The Federation Francaise de Football (FFF) stated that Henry cited personal reasons for his departure. His contract was originally set to last until June 2025.

Henry, who was part of France's 1998 World Cup-winning squad and is the second all-time leading scorer for the country, received acclaim for his team's Olympic performances despite the loss.

(With inputs from agencies.)