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EA FC 24: Thierry Henry Goalpost Lean Celebration Guide

Last Updated: October 31, 2025

Thierry Henry performs his iconic goalpost lean celebration in EA FC 24.

Scoring a goal in EA SPORTS FC 24 is a thrill, but punctuating it with the perfect celebration is an art form. For fans of the legendary striker Thierry Henry, EA has perfectly captured one of his most iconic moments: the effortlessly cool lean against the goalpost. This celebration is the ultimate display of nonchalant genius, a quiet statement to your opponent that you're simply on another level. It’s less about wild emotion and more about unshakable, world-class composure.

Whether you've just scored a 90th-minute winner or a sublime solo goal with his ICON card, performing Henry's signature lean is a must. This guide will break down exactly how to master this legendary celebration on both PlayStation and Xbox platforms.

The King's Signature Style

Thierry Henry wasn't just a goalscorer; he was an artist. His elegance on the ball, blistering pace, and clinical finishing made him one of the most feared strikers of his generation. But beyond the goals, Henry cultivated an aura of supreme coolness. This persona was perfectly immortalized in 2003 during a North London Derby at Highbury. After weaving through the entire Tottenham defense to score a magnificent solo goal, he slid on his knees before casually coming to a stop and leaning against the goalpost, creating an iconic image of footballing arrogance and brilliance.

EA SPORTS has captured this essence perfectly in EA FC 24, making the goalpost lean a signature celebration. It's a fantastic feature that adds a layer of authenticity, allowing players to truly channel the spirit of the Arsenal legend after finding the back of the net. It’s the perfect, understated way to assert your superiority on the virtual pitch.

How to Perform the Thierry Henry Goalpost Lean Celebration

Unlike some of the more elaborate celebrations, Henry's lean is simple, but you need to know what to do. The celebration is exclusive to Thierry Henry's ICON player items in Ultimate Team and his player model in other modes like Kick-Off. Don't try this with just any player, as it is a unique signature move.

To perform the celebration, you need to score a goal with Thierry Henry and then do the following:

  • PlayStation (PS5 & PS4) Controls: Run towards the corner flag or goalpost and hold X.
  • Xbox (Series X|S & Xbox One) Controls: Run towards the corner flag or goalpost and hold A.

By running to the general area of the goalpost and using the standard signature celebration input, you will trigger the famous animation. Henry will prop himself up against the post, striking the classic pose that has become legendary in the football world.

The Art of the Celebration: When to Use It

Deploying the Henry lean is a tactical decision. It’s not a celebration for a scrappy tap-in. This is reserved for moments of true quality. Did you just curl one into the top corner from outside the box? Did you weave through three defenders before calmly slotting it past the keeper? These are the moments the goalpost lean was made for. Using it after a particularly skillful goal is a form of psychological warfare, a quiet message to your opponent that a goal of that caliber was, for you, just business as usual.

It’s also the perfect antidote to an opponent who has been using loud, showy celebrations against you. Responding to their over-the-top antics with a simple, confident lean can be far more tilting than any 'Griddy' or dance could ever be. It shows you're unfazed and operating on a higher plane of footballing sophistication.

More Signature Styles in EA FC 24

The Thierry Henry lean is just one of many signature celebrations that bring the world's biggest stars to life in EA FC 24. Players can also master Jude Bellingham's now-famous open-armed stance, Cole Palmer's "Cold" shiver celebration after a clinical finish, or Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic "Siuuu." Taking the time to learn the celebrations for your favorite players adds a personal touch to every goal and deepens the immersive experience that makes the EA FC series so compelling year after year.