Thierry Henry finishes second for Ballon d'Or twice but never wins
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Last updated Oct 26, 2026
Thierry Henry, regarded as one of football's greatest strikers, never won the Ballon d'Or despite nine nominations. He came closest in 2003 while at Arsenal when he finished second to Pavel Nedved, and again in 2006, placing third behind Fabio Cannavaro and Gianluigi Buffon. Throughout his career, Henry achieved significant team success, including winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League. His personal accolades include multiple Premier League Player of the Season titles and Golden Boot awards, though his lack of a Ballon d'Or remains a notable absence in his illustrious career.
- •Henry nominated for Ballon d'Or nine times without a win.
- •Finished second in 2003 and third in 2006.
- •Won numerous team titles with Arsenal and Barcelona.
- •Recognized individually with multiple awards throughout his career.
- •Known for his contributions to the Arsenal Invincibles and the French national team.
- 4:37 PMYahoo Sports — Has Thierry Henry ever won the Ballon d'Or? Arsenal and Barcelona legend's history in top award
"Considered one of the greatest strikers of the modern age, Thierry Henry is revered within the history of football over the last few decades, but has he won the most coveted individual prize in the sport?
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