Antoine Griezmann has announced his retirement from international football, ending a decade-long career with the French national team. With 137 caps and 44 goals, Griezmann played pivotal roles in France's 2018 World Cup victory and the 2022 World Cup run, marking the end of an era for Les Bleus.
Antoine Griezmann, the acclaimed forward for the French national team, has declared his retirement from international football, concluding an illustrious ten-year career. The 33-year-old star from Atletico Madrid shared his decision on X, reflecting on his time with the team with a mixture of nostalgia and gratitude.
Griezmann made his debut for France in March 2014 and went on to earn an impressive 137 caps, placing him among the top players in the nation’s history alongside Hugo Lloris and Lilian Thuram. He is recognized as the fourth-highest goal-scorer for France, having netted 44 times.
His pivotal role in France’s victory at the 2018 World Cup was particularly noteworthy when he scored in the final against Croatia. He also shone during Euro 2016, finishing as the tournament’s top scorer. In the 2022 World Cup, Griezmann was a key player, helping the team reach the final, which they lost to Argentina in a penalty shootout.
Despite facing challenges in Euro 2024, where France made it to the semi-finals but struggled to find their rhythm, Griezmann’s impact on the squad has been significant. His retirement joins the departures of other key figures like Lloris, Raphael Varane, and Olivier Giroud, marking a transformative moment for the French team. Coach Didier Deschamps is expected to announce the next squad for upcoming Nations League matches against Israel and Belgium soon.
