On Monday September 30, 2024,Antoine Griezmann announced his departure from'Équipe de France. Unexpected news, since it was thought that he would be taking part in the2026 World Cup , it comes from the French player's Instagram account, where he posted a video on his social networks declaring that "it was time for him to turn a page and make way for the new generation".
Antoine Griezmann began taking part in international competitions for Team France in 2014, flying to Brazil for the World Cup. In 2016, he took part in the Euro held in France and stood out from the other players by finishing as the tournament's top scorer and best player, although this did not enable France to win, losing to Portugal in the final.
But then, on July 15, 2018, came the consecration for Team France! The French win the World Cup against Croatia, and Antoine Griezmann will have been one of the leaders of the French team. Unforgettable moments for the players, but also for the French, who receive their second star after the 1998 victory.
Today, Antoine Griezmann plays as a striker or attacking midfielder forAtlético de Madrid, and has decided to turn the page on his international career. He will have left his mark on the history of French soccer and the Didier Deschamps era. Thank you, Antoine!
