Thunderbolt: Antoine Griezmann will no longer wear the France team jersey. The Atlético de Madrid legend announced his international retirement this Monday and everyone is mourning the departure of their star. His choice was considered and finds its source in the recent choices of Didier Deschamps…
It’s official, Antoine Griezmann will no longer play for the French team. The favorite of a large number of supporters announced it this Monday on X : « Today, it is with deep emotion that I announce my retirement as a player for the France team. After 10 incredible years, marked by challenges, successes and unforgettable moments, it is time for me to turn a page and make way for the new generation. Wearing this jersey has been an honor and a privilege since March 2014 and until last September. I had the chance to experience these incredible moments alongside exceptional teammates. We shared victories that will remain forever engraved in our memories. So thank you for these precious memories we created together »
An armband that escapes him
In 2023, after the Cup of monde lost in the final, Hugo Lloris et Raphaël Varane announce their departure fromthe French team. Didier Deschamps must therefore find a new captain and eyes are turned towards Antoine Griezmann which is one of the oldest and most driven by the love of jerseys. But it is ultimately Kylian Mbappé who will inherit it. The team reveals that this choice was painfully received by number 7 of the Blues.
Griezmann downgraded at Euro 2024
Another episode which was right in its choice: the Euro 2024. The legend of Blues did not have its usual performance, which allowed the team from France to shine. The fault lies in a downgrading, assumed by Didier Deschamps which was not at all to the taste of Griezmann. The now former player of Blues therefore ends with a victory against the Belgiumagainst whom he only played 12 minutes.
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