Thierry Henry announced his retirement from football via his Facebook page on Tuesday, describing his career as an "incredible journey."

"I would like to thank all the fans, team mates and individuals involved with AS Monaco, Juventus, Arsenal FC, FC Barcelona, the New York Red Bulls and of course the French National Team that have made my time in the game so special," he said in the statement.

The 37-year-old Frenchman scored 51 goals in 123 appearances for his country as he helped them win the 1998 World Cup and European Championships in 2000. He also picked up trophies with Monaco, Arsenal, Barcelona and New York Red Bulls in a club career laden with silverware.

Henry left the Red Bulls earlier this month at the end of his four-year contract in Major League Soccer, saying he needed time to contemplate his next move. Henry confirmed on Tuesday that he would now be working for English sports channel "Sky" as a football pundit.

"I have had some amazing memories (mostly good!) and a wonderful experience," he added. "I hope you have enjoyed watching as much as I have enjoyed taking part."

Arsenal plans too?

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said recently that Henry will "certainly" return to the Premier League club in some capacity in the future.

Henry, who has a daughter based in England, told French sports publication "L'Equipe" in recent weeks that he wants to help Arsenal win the Champions League.

The speedy winger made his name in England where he became one of Europe's most feared strikers after Arsenal coach Wenger switched him to a central role following his arrival from Italian club, Juventus.

He scored a club record 228 goals for the London side, winning two English Premier League titles before moving to Barcelona. There, he also won the domestic competition La Liga twice, and took the Champions League title in 2009.

al/jr (AFP, Reuters)