Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann made a shocking revelation and declared that he is hanging up his boots from international football, concluding a remarkable seven-year journey with France that featured a World Cup victory.
One of the poster boys of French football, Antoine Griezmann, left fans and the football world in utter shock after revealing his decision to retire from international football at the age of 33.
Griezmann's emotional video
The French forward conveyed his heartfelt message through a video via his social media handles, confirming his choice to step away from the national side after an illustrious seven-year career.
In the video, Griezmann took time to reflect on his journey with the French national team, expressing gratitude to his fans and teammates for their unwavering support. Throughout his international career, Griezmann played 137 matches, scoring 44 goals. His impact extended beyond scoring, as he was also a key playmaker and a hardworking team player, contributing to both attacking and defensive efforts on the field.
Watch the video here:
Griezmann's Illustratious Achievements
Griezmann's most significant accomplishment came during France's 2018 FIFA World Cup victory, where he played a crucial role in securing the nation’s second World Cup trophy. During the tournament, Griezmann scored four goals and provided four assists in seven matches, including a vital goal in the final against Croatia.
Antoine Griezmann’s other achievements:
- x1 UEFA Nations League
- x1 EUROs top scorer
- x2 World Cup finals
- x1 Euro final
- Most assists in National Colours
- Fourth in list of top scorers for France
Griezmann will be Missed in National Colours
Ever since his national team debut in 2014, Griezmann has been an indispensable part of coach Didier Deschamps' plans. Whether deployed as a winger, a forward, or in a deeper playmaking role, his versatility, technical prowess, and footballing intelligence have made him a crucial asset to the team. Griezmann's legacy will be etched in the memories of French football fans for years to come, as he played a pivotal role in one of the country's golden footballing eras.
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