Thierry Henry honored with temporary street tribute in Manhattan during World Cup
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:46 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Thierry Henry has received a temporary street tribute in Manhattan, New York, in conjunction with the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tribute honors his legacy as a former France striker and highlights his connection to New York through his time with the New York Red Bulls. This tribute, named Thierry Henry Way, is situated alongside Rockefeller Center, a planned venue for viewing parties during the tournament. It reflects Henry's significant role in both the history of the World Cup and Major League Soccer in the United States, marking a noteworthy moment in the city's preparations for the event.
- •Thierry Henry has a street named after him in Manhattan during the World Cup.
- •The tribute is temporary and linked to the 2026 tournament.
- •Henry is recognized for his contributions both in France and the MLS.
- •New York City is hosting World Cup events, including the final on July 19.
- •Henry scored 51 goals for New York Red Bulls from 2010 to 2014.
- 1:34 PMESPN Soccer — NY street named in honour of Thierry Henry for WC
- 11:12 AMYahoo Sports — Why Thierry Henry has just had a street in New York named after him for World Cup
"Thierry Henry has been honoured with a temporary street tribute in Manhattan, New York, during the 2026 World Cup. The tribute has been installed in the heart of Manhattan to honour the former France striker, who also has a direct football connection with New York through his time in MLS.
"A New York street has been renamed after Thierry Henry ahead of the 2026 World Cup getting under way.
Sources
External links- ESPN SoccerJun 11, 2026, 1:34 PMNY street named in honour of Thierry Henry for WC
A New York street has been renamed after Thierry Henry ahead of the 2026 World Cup getting under way.
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 11:12 AMWhy Thierry Henry has just had a street in New York named after him for World Cup
Thierry Henry has been honoured with a temporary street tribute in Manhattan, New York, during the 2026 World Cup. The tribute has been installed in the heart of Manhattan to honour the former France striker, who also has a direct football connection with New York through his time in MLS.
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