Real Madrid stars fear Arsenal - and Henry

Real Madrid's stars say Arsenal are the team to beat in the Champions League after this week's stunning 5-1 win at Inter Milan.

Zinedine Zidane and Roberto Carlos are convinced with Thierry Henry in his current form, Arsenal need fear no-one in Europe. Henry was nominated yesterday for the World Player of the Year award.

Zidane said: "I saw the Inter goals and they were very impressive. I am very happy he has been nominated."

"Thierry deserves to be on the list. He is quick and very skilful, but so is Ronaldo."

Carlos added: "Henry is one of the world's best, but he has a difficult fight for the title with Zidane and Ronaldo."

"They're three great footballers and you have to congratulate Henry for what he is doing."

"He deserves to be on the shortlist of three, but to actually win it? I am not so sure."

"Arsenal are the best side in England - that is my honest opinion."