The internet has been buzzing with a viral video featuring French football legend Thierry Henry showcasing his impressive English language skills on the CBS Sports panel. The clip, taken from the network’s coverage of the Champions League quarter-final first leg matches on April 10, has captured the attention of fans and non-fans alike. The panel, hosted by Kate Abdo, also included former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher and ex-Manchester City player Micah Richards, who were discussing the thrilling matches between Barcelona and PSG, which ended 3-2 in favor of the Catalan giants, and Atletico Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund.
The lighthearted moment that has taken the internet by storm occurred when Kate Abdo used the word “inculcate” earlier in the broadcast. The term, which means to teach someone an attitude, idea, or habit by persistent instruction, left both Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards scratching their heads. The two pundits admitted to having never heard of the word before, with Carragher stating, “I’ve never heard of that word in my life.”
Curious about the meaning of the unfamiliar word, Micah Richards turned to Kate Abdo for an explanation. However, the host found herself struggling to provide a clear definition on the spot. “Ah I knew it before – it’s when you, when you, err… Create something with intent, you, you, it’s like breeding something,” she stumbled, trying to find the right words to convey the meaning of “inculcate.”
The situation took a humorous turn when Micah Richards joked about the producers not helping Kate Abdo through her earpiece. Kate played along, quipping, “Always in my ear when I never want them in my ear!” The exchange added to the lighthearted atmosphere on the panel and set the stage for Thierry Henry’s moment to shine.
