Griezmann Announces Retirement from International Football
French forward Antoine Griezmann has announced his retirement from the French national team. The 33-year-old made 137 appearances for France, scoring 44 goals and helping them win the 2018 World Cup and the 2021 Nations League.
In a heartfelt message on social media, Griezmann expressed his gratitude for the experiences and memories he gained during his international career. He acknowledged the challenges and successes he faced while representing France.
Griezmann’s decision to retire comes after a decade of service to the French national team. He played a key role in France’s success at major tournaments, including the 2016 European Championship and the 2022 World Cup.
Griezmann’s retirement will be a significant loss for the French team. His leadership, experience, and goal-scoring ability have been invaluable assets.France manager Didier Deschamps and teammate Kylian Mbappe paid tribute to Griezmann’s contributions and expressed their gratitude for his service to the national team.
Griezmann’s retirement marks the end of an illustrious international career. He will be remembered as one of the greatest French footballers of his generation.