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Thierry Henry (Arsenal) scores a goal that is disallowed for offside
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Thierry Henry (Arsenal) scores a goal that is disallowed for offside
Arsenal 1:0 Villarreal. UEFA Champions League, Semi Final 1st Leg. Arsenal Stadium, Highbury, London, 19/4/06. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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In this evocative photograph, Arsenal legend Thierry Henry is captured in a moment of anguish and disbelief as a goal he scored against Villarreal in the 2006 UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg at Highbury, London, is disallowed for offside. The date was April 19,2006, and the tension was palpable as Arsenal, the home team, fought to secure an advantage over their Spanish opponents. Henry, in his signature red and white striped jersey, is seen raising his arms in celebration after sliding the ball past the Villarreal goalkeeper, only to have the referee's flag raised, signaling the goal was disallowed due to an offside infringement. The expression on his face speaks volumes, as he looks towards the assistant referee in disbelief, with teammates and fans alike sharing in his frustration. The atmosphere at Highbury was electric, with the crowd roaring their support for Arsenal as they sought to overturn a 0-1 deficit from the first leg. Henry's goal, which would have brought the score level, would have been a pivotal moment in the tie, potentially shifting the momentum in Arsenal's favor. However, the offside call denied the Gunners that opportunity, leaving them with a mountain to climb in the second leg. This photograph encapsulates the high stakes and drama of European football, as well as the raw emotions that come with the beautiful game. Despite the disappointment, Henry and Arsenal would go on to make history in the following seasons, with Henry scoring 22 goals in the 2005-06 Premier League campaign and Arsenal reaching the Champions League final in 2006.
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