Antoine Griezmann has officially announced his retirement from international football, marking the end of an illustrious ten-year career with the French national team.
The Atlético de Madrid forward shared the news on Monday, September 30, just before Les Bleus’ upcoming matches against Israel and Belgium. Over the course of his international career, Griezmann made significant contributions, participating in six major tournaments.
According to the Independent, he played a pivotal role in France’s triumph at the 2018 World Cup, where he won the man-of-the-match prize against Croatia and helped the team reach the final again in Qatar in 2022.
Griezmann concludes his international journey having represented France 137 times, netting 44 goals, per Transfermarkt.
This impressive tally positions him as the fourth-most capped player in the nation’s history.
While his goal count also ranks him fourth, his impact on the pitch extended beyond mere statistics.
In a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter), the versatile forward expressed his gratitude:...Read Full Article [Click Here>]
“It is with a heart full of memories that I close this chapter of my life. Thank you for this magnificent tricolour adventure, and see you soon.”
C’est avec le cœur plein de souvenirs que je clos ce chapitre de ma vie. Merci pour cette magnifique aventure tricolore et à bientôt. 🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/qpw8dvdtFt
— Antoine Griezmann (@AntoGriezmann) September 30, 2024
Griezmann’s retirement leaves a notable void in the French setup, but his legacy, characterised by skill, tenacity, and a winning mentality, will undoubtedly be remembered fondly by fans and teammates alike.
