Thierry Henry praised Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas's character for the way he coped with two personal setbacks during their 2-2 draw with Barcelona.

Firstly, he was booked by referee Massimo Busacca for a foul on Pedrito in the 41st minute, which ensured he was suspended for the second leg next week.

Later he scored the equalising penalty even though he had suffered a leg injury in the challenge with Carles Puyol which led to the spot-kick being awarded.

Henry said: "You saw the way he reacted when he got the yellow card, he thought about it straight away but he did his job.

"Before he left, he scored an important goal for the team."