Antoine Griezmann He has stated on his social media that Leaving the French national team. The Atletico Madrid player released a short statement with a video of photos of him playing for France in which he says: “With a heart full of memories I close this chapter of my life. Thank you for this wonderful tricolor adventure and see you soon”.
In the video, he has already given more reasons for his retirement: “today, with deep emotion, I announce my retirement as a player of the French national team. After an incredible 10 years, marked by challenges, successes and unforgettable moments, it’s time to turn the page and make room for the new generation. Wearing this shirt was an honor and a privilege. Since March 2014 and until last September, I had the opportunity to live incredible moments with my extraordinary colleagues. We share victories that will be forever engraved in our memory“.
Griezmann, 33, leaves Les Bleus after defending his shirt in 137 matches in which he scored 44 goals and distributed 38 assists For a decade (between March 2014, when he made his debut in a friendly match against the Netherlands, and September 2024, against Belgium).
In this period of time He has played in three World Cup finals, won the 2018 World Cup and took second place at the 2022 World Cup, And Three European Cups, coming in second place in 2016. As well as Won the 2021 Nations League.
