Thierry Henry Reveals Longstanding Battle with Depression

The former football star experienced intense emotional distress during the COVID-19 pandemic and stepped down from his coaching role to prioritize his mental health.

Thierry Henry, the former France and Arsenal forward, has revealed that he 'must have been in depression' throughout his career.
During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, Henry experienced a period of intense emotional distress, crying 'almost every day' while in isolation in Montreal.
Henry links his struggles to his past and a search for approval, having grown up with a father who was often critical of his performances on the field.
After retiring in 2014, Henry found it challenging to adjust to life without football, describing a 'cape' he would wear when he 'felt a struggle coming' during his career.
Henry stepped down from his coaching role at Montreal Impact after a poignant moment with his family made him 'feel human' and realize the importance of prioritizing his mental health over his career.

South China Morning Post