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Thierry Henry scores his 1st Arsenals 2nd goal past Mike Pollitt (Wigan)
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Thierry Henry scores his 1st Arsenals 2nd goal past Mike Pollitt (Wigan)
Arsenal 4:2 Tottenham Hotspur. FA Premiership, Arsenal Stadium, Highbury, London, 7/5/06. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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great photograph capturing a pivotal moment in Arsenal Football Club history: Thierry Henry scoring his first goal of the 2006-07 Premier League season against Wigan Athletic. The image, taken on May 7,2006, at Arsenal Stadium in Highbury, London, shows Henry in full flight, leaping to head the ball past Wigan goalkeeper Mike Pollitt, with the ecstatic crowd in the background. This goal was significant for several reasons. First, it was Henry's first goal of the campaign, coming in the final home game of the season against a struggling Wigan side. Second, it helped secure Arsenal's place in the top four and a Champions League qualification spot, as they went on to finish the season in third place. Third, it was a classic Thierry Henry moment, showcasing his athleticism, skill, and predatory instincts in front of goal. The atmosphere at Highbury that day was electric, with Arsenal fans knowing that a win would keep their team in the hunt for a league title they had not won since 2004. Henry's goal, sandwiched between two strikes from Robert Pires, gave the Gunners a commanding 4-2 lead over their North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur. The result was a crucial one, as Arsenal went on to secure a 4-2 victory and keep their top-four hopes alive. This photograph is a reminder of the excitement and passion that Thierry Henry brought to Arsenal Football Club during his time at the Emirates. It is a classic moment in Arsenal history, and one that will be remembered fondly by fans for years to come.
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