Football hunk Thierry Henry headed to Kenya

New York Red Bulls' Thierry Henry of France during a 2010 match. /FILE
New York Red Bulls' Thierry Henry of France during a 2010 match. /FILE

Arsenal fans will be ecstatic to learn that club legend Thierry Henry is visiting the country in December, as part of the Guinness Made of Black programme.

Commenting on the partnership, Thierry Henry said, “I am so excited to be working with a globally renowned brand like Guinness. The Made of Black campaign is something I can really relate to. This will be my first visit to Kenya and I have heard a lot about the huge passion for football that exists there. I can’t wait to arrive and meet all of the dedicated football fans and hear their stories.”

Henry will work with Guinness in Kenya and across Africa to shine a light on those who demonstrate their Made of Black spirit.

He was part of a team that won two league titles and three FA Cups, as well as leading his team to the 2006 UEFA Champions League Final in his role as captain

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