Thierry Henry Handball Video: Cheaters DO Win

Did Thierry Henry use a handball help France cheat its way into the World Cup in South Africa in 2010?

It would be fun to say something profound, like "only time will tell," or "on HE knows that answer to that question," but the short answer is, yes, he cheated.  He's admitted it.

The debate surrounds Henry's apparent deliberate handling of the soccer ball before William Gallas' goal seals the French victory as well as their ticket to the tournament - at Ireland's expense.

The goal should have been nullified by Swedish referee Martin Hansson. He didn't, however.  He allowed it.  The Irish fans in attendance in Paris began chanting "cheat, cheat" at Thierry Henry.

Doesn't matter.  The goal will stand. There is no appeal process.

Sometimes cheaters do win.

Video below:

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