Griezmann said goodbye to international football
October 1, 20242 Mins Read
In 2018, France won the World Cup title for the second time in their history. Antoine Griezmann was great for the French in that event. The midfielder scored against Croatia in the final. He was also an important member of the France team in the last 2022 Qatar World Cup team. This French star suddenly announced his retirement from international football.

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But club football will continue. Currently playing for the Spanish club Atletico Madrid. This World Cup winning star confirmed in a statement yesterday. About his retirement, he said, 'I am announcing my retirement as a player of the France team. It has been 10 incredible years marked by challenges, successes and unforgettable moments. It is the best time for me to leave and make way for the new generation. It is a special honor to wear the jersey of the French national team.'

Before this, the 33-year-old footballer made his debut in international football in 2014. He played 137 matches in the jersey of the national team and scored 44 goals. France head coach Didier Deschamps called Griezmann one of the best players in France's history. In a statement, the French coach said, "We have discussed a lot recently about his (Griezman) retirement." We have had a relationship of trust and openness since his debut in the France team 10 years ago.'

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He also said about this star, 'Although his club career is not over yet. But Griezmann will remain a monument to French football. He is one of the best players in the history of France.'