He was just a backup for Bruno Martini in 2001, when France won the second World’s gold medal in front of Bercy in 2001. In the meantime, Thierry Omeyer became one of the best goalkeepers of all-time. The fifth gold medal of sixth of French time, is on his chest.
- It’s hard to find the right words right now. It’s a great, great feeling to win at home. It was a great tournament for us. I am proud of my team and I am very happy for the fans, they pushed us the whole tournament. I don’t know yet if this will be my last championship. Right now all I want to enjoy this moment with my teammates, my friends and my family and we will see what the future will bring. We knew before the game that they have a very good team, a young team – said Omeyer.