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Amandine Henry Retires from France Women's National Football Team

The former captain ends her international career after 109 appearances and a storied journey with Les Bleues

  • Amandine Henry, aged 35, announced her retirement from international football after a significant career with the French national team.
  • Henry earned 109 caps and scored 14 goals for France, debuting in 2009 and playing her final match at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
  • Despite her success at club level with Olympique LyonnaisHenry's international career was marked by a notable absence due to a conflict with former coach Corinne Diacre.
  • She returned to the national team in 2023 under new leadership but missed the World Cup due to injury, playing her last game against Brazil in the Olympic quarter-finals.
  • Henry's legacy includes inspiring future generations of female footballers, and she currently plays for Toluca in Mexico.
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