Funny moment: Oleksandr Usyk playfully challenges Thierry Henry, Frenchman reacts with humor
Yasmine Green
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
World boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk humorously challenged Arsenal legend Thierry Henry during an appearance on Monday Night Football.
When asked by the host how he would get into Henry’s head if they were to face off, Usyk joked, urging Henry not to be afraid and quipping that his footwork is faster than Henry’s.
The playful remark sparked laughter in the studio, with Henry responding calmly and humorously, suggesting that both should stick to their respective sports.
Usyk, a huge football fan, has even signed with Ukrainian Premier League club Polissya Zhytomyr, making a guest appearance as a footballer in a friendly match.
The Ukrainian boxer is gearing up for a much-anticipated rematch with Tyson Fury, whom Usyk defeated earlier this year in May. The victory made Usyk the first heavyweight in history to hold all four major titles simultaneously.
While the loss marked Fury’s first in his professional career, Usyk remains unbeaten to date.
