Thierry Henry resigned as manager of the France U21 team

Thierry Henry's tenure as manager of the France U21 team has ended. For personal reasons, French U21 coach Thierry Henry has chosen to end his contract, which was set to expire in June 2025.

Following an incredible Olympic campaign in Paris 2024 highlighted by a silver medal, Thierry Henry had a conversation with FFF President Philippe Diallo to share his choice of resignation.

Thierry Henry expressed his gratitude to President Philippe Diallo and the FFF for giving him this amazing chance. Taking home the silver medal from the Olympic Games for my nation will always rank among my proudest life experiences.

I have the utmost gratitude to the Federation, the players, the staff, and the supporters for making this incredible experience possible for me." The process of selecting the next coach of the French Espoirs team will begin in the coming days under Philippe Diallo.

The new coach will assume his responsibilities for the next two games that count toward the early September Euro 2025 qualifiers.