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THIERRY HENRY proved he can still deliver after rolling back the years alongside Zinedine Zidane.

The ex-Arsenal man was playing alongside the former Real Madrid boss as France's World Cup winning side of 1998 took on All Star 98 XI.

 Thierry Henry produced a trademark finish to score for France
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Thierry Henry produced a trademark finish to score for FranceCredit: AP:Associated Press

Zidane scored twice in the final 20 years ago as Les Bleus beat Brazil 3-0.

But the goalscorer turned provider as he played a neat one-two with Henry before the striker produced a trademark first-time finish.

In France's 3-2 win, Henry broke forward and produced a cheeky 'no-look' pass to Zidane who played it back into the path of the forward.

Using the inside of his boot, Henry curled in an unstoppable strike to leave the keeper with no chance.

 The Arsenal legend played a one-two with Zinedine Zidane before scoring the equaliser
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The Arsenal legend played a one-two with Zinedine Zidane before scoring the equaliserCredit: Reuters
 The World Cup winning side got together in a blast from the past
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The World Cup winning side got together in a blast from the pastCredit: Getty - Contributor

The clash was a throwback to legends who used to grace the game and included Fernando Morientes and Gaizka Mendieta who were both on the scoresheet for the visitors.

Usain Bolt also made an appearance with former Italy striker Christian Vieri in the side.

Zidane grabbed one for himself to make it 2-2 when he curled in a free-kick off the post.

 Laurent Blanc was back in the heart of defence
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Laurent Blanc was back in the heart of defenceCredit: AFP or licensors
 Sprinter Usain Bolt played a part for the All-Star side
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Sprinter Usain Bolt played a part for the All-Star sideCredit: Reuters
 Former France keeper Fabian Barthez takes a selfie with Henry
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Former France keeper Fabian Barthez takes a selfie with HenryCredit: Getty - Contributor


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 Gaizka Mendieta was on target on Frances 3-2 victory
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Gaizka Mendieta was on target on Frances 3-2 victoryCredit: AFP or licensors
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And like they did 20 years ago, France scored three when Vincent Candela grabbed the winner.

They legends will tune in to watch their current national side go for glory in Russia.

France head into the tournament as one of the favourites and will look to finish top of their group that includes Peru, Denmark and Australia.

 

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