Montreal Impact: Thierry Henry Monaco past does not have to define his future

Thierry Henry endured a sour time as Monaco head coach. Now at the Montreal Impact, his Monaco past need not define his coaching future.

The Montreal Impact took a risk with Thierry Henry. An unquestionably inspirational character, the Frenchman is one of the greatest footballers in the history of the sport. He also has playing experience of Major League Soccer when he played for the New York Red Bulls, during which he was one of the best players in the league.

But Henry’s exploits as a player have little significance for how he will cope on the sidelines. History tells us a very plain and powerful lesson: greatness on the pitch does not beget greatness in the dugout, and Henry himself has…