Thierry Henry Sparks Debate After Chelsea’s 5-1 Win Over West Ham
Chelsea’s dominant 5-1 victory over West Ham lit up the Premier League, but not everyone was impressed. Arsenal legend Thierry Henry downplayed the result, calling it nothing more than “luck” — a comment that has divided fans and pundits across the football world.
Henry’s Harsh Assessment
Speaking live on television, Henry made his feelings clear:
“Chelsea only won thanks to set pieces. Let’s not act like it was a dominant performance. If they faced Arsenal, they would have lost long ago.”
His blunt remarks immediately ignited backlash. While many praised Chelsea for their attacking display, Henry argued that the scoreline flattered them, claiming West Ham’s defensive errors made the win look more impressive than it truly was.
Enzo Fernández Fires Back
Chelsea star Enzo Fernández refused to let the criticism slide. In his post-match comments, the World Cup winner defended his team’s effort and mentality:
“People can say what they want, but scoring five goals in the Premier League is never about luck. We worked hard, we trained hard, and we earned this victory. With all due respect to Henry, we’re building something strong at Chelsea, and results like this prove it.”
Fans Left Divided
Henry’s comments and Enzo’s fiery response have left football fans split. Some agree with the Arsenal legend that West Ham’s mistakes gifted Chelsea the win, while others argue that a five-goal performance in the Premier League deserves full credit.
What’s certain is that the debate has only added more fuel to Chelsea’s ongoing rivalry with Arsenal, with the clash between past legends and current stars showing just how high emotions run in English football.