Jadon Sancho has received accolades from Arsenal legend Thierry Henry for his resilience in overcoming mental struggles at Manchester United. This commendation comes after Sancho delivered an exceptional individual performance in Borussia Dortmund’s 1-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League semi-final first leg on Wednesday.
Sancho was a constant threat on the field, causing problems for the PSG defense and creating numerous scoring opportunities throughout the match.
Borussia Dortmund gained the lead through Niclas Fullkrug’s goal in the 36th minute, setting the stage for the upcoming game in Paris.
Although Sancho missed a key chance to increase his team’s lead, his display earned admiration from Henry, who lauded him for overcoming the challenges he faced at Manchester United.
Reflecting on Sancho’s performance, Henry remarked, “Dealing with mental health issues is a tough battle, and it’s evident that when someone is in a good state of mind, they can showcase their true potential,” in an interview with CBS Sports.