As well as being one of the most talented footballers on earth, (and one of the cutest, according to my wife!), Thierry Henry is also an eloquent spokesman in the campaign to kick racism out of football.
He has written a fine article in the Times on the issue.
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,278-1597611,00.html
Racism in football is a controversial, emotional subject. It can reflect society itself, but football’s high profile means it can also create news around the issue. Yet governments are not able to tackle these problems easily. It is up to individuals to make their mark and do what they can in their field too.
