Thierry Henry addresses Ballon d'Or backlash after criticism over Lamine Yamal jibe

Thierry Henry has told his critics to ‘relax’ after a couple of his Ballon d’Or jokes fell flat this week. The former Arsenal forward was one of two hosts for the glitzy award ceremony on Monday as Harry Kane secured the trophy. Henry was reunited with CBS colleague Kate Scott . But it wasn’t a smooth night for the 49-year-old, having garnered criticism for claiming that Lamine Yamal didn’t want the Kopa Trophy for the world’s best young player. Henry has however now clarified his comments. Taking to Instagram, he said: “My people, this is Thierry once again.