A surprising departure as the current Atletico de Madrid player had announced his wish to continue until the 2026 World Cup in the United States a few months ago. It is therefore a new page for the Blues which is turning.
After this announcement, many players did not hesitate to pay tribute to him. From his coach Didier Deschamps, through his captain Kylian Mbappé, to his close friend Paul Pogba currently suspended.
The latter addressed him with nice words on his Instagram account. “ Very happy to have spent all these beautiful moments by your side. You will be a legend of the France team for life and you will always be in the memory of the French. Thank you my Grizou,” he said.
One of the best players in the history of the Blues
A little more than 10 years after his first selection, Antoine Griezmann says goodbye to the France team. At 33, the now ex-number 7 of the Blues has left his mark on the history of his country. The French attacking midfielder will have won two titles including a World Cup in 2018 and the 2021 Nations League.
The former FC Barcelona player also distinguished himself during Euro 2016 where he finished top scorer and best player of the tournament despite the defeat in the tournament final against Portugal (0-1). “Grizou” has placed his name among the legends with his 137 capes in Blue and by rising to the top of the ranking of the best passers with 30 caviars distributed. He also remains stuck in 4th position among the top scorers in the French team behind Olivier Giroud, Thierry Henry and Kylian Mbappé with 44 goals.
