Henry’s outspoken opinion about Thiago Pitarch that Real Madrid fans are making go viral

Thiago Pitarch’s breakout night against Manchester City quickly became one of the talking points of Real Madrid’s emphatic Champions League win. Making his first start in the competition, the young academy product delivered a fearless performance at the Santiago Bernabéu, covering ground all over the pitch and earning a standing ovation from the crowd. Among those impressed was Thierry Henry, now working as a television analyst in England, who singled out the youngster during his postgame commentary while also acknowledging Federico Valverde’s hat trick and the collective effort behind Madrid’s dominant display.

Speaking on the CBS Sports Golazo show, Henry admitted he had been watching Pitarch closely throughout the game and could not hide his surprise at the maturity of his performance. The French legend even joked about the almost mythical effect of Real Madrid’s Champions League jersey, suggesting that something about it seems to transform the players who wear it on European nights.

In the clip, Henry praises Pitarch’s display, reflects on Valverde’s three goals and explains why Madrid’s teamwork made the difference against Manchester City.

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