Image source, EPAThierry Henry finished runner-up to Pavel Nedved in the 2003 Ballon d'Or
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Thierry Henry has defended himself after criticism over the way he hosted Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony.
The former France and Arsenal forward, who has come under fire for remarks he made towards Barcelona star Lamine Yamal, overall winner Harry Kane and co-host Kate Scott on the night, has addressed what he said was "people getting really excited about nothing".
Henry, who was presenting the ceremony alongside CBS Sports colleague Scott, joked with Lamine Yamal about him winning a third successive young player of the year award.
