Griezmann surprisingly quits the national team! The experienced striker trusts the young generation. I’m closing a wonderful chapter of my life, he writes

Antoine Griezmann, one of the most important French footballers of the last decade, shocked the football world with his decision to end his national team career. The thirty-three-year-old striker, who became a world champion and was one of the key players of the French national team, is now making way for a new generation of talent.

• Antoine Griezmann has announced the end of his career with the France national team
• Griezmann played 137 games for France and scored 44 goals
• The French striker believes in a bright future for his national team and is making way for a new generation

Antoine Griezmann, one of the most important players in French football and a key member of the team that won the 2018 World Cup, has announced his retirement from the French national team.

This news surprised many fans and caused a wave of emotions across the football world. The world champion, who had many successes during his career with the national team, is now giving young talents a chance to shine on the international stage.

Griezmann announced the end on the X network

The French striker announced his decision on social media. “It is with a heavy heart and a lot of beautiful memories that I close a wonderful chapter of my life. Thank you for a wonderful adventure in the national jersey, I will see you again soon.”

“It has been an honour and a privilege to wear the national jersey and I leave the national team with a sense of pride and gratitude. I had the honour of representing my country and got the chance to experience incredible moments, such as becoming a world champion.”

After a decade of success and challenges, he decided to give new talent a chance. “After incredible years, the time has come to turn the page and make room for a new generation,” Griezmann added. “I am convinced that the French national team has a great future ahead of it. I can’t wait to see the new generation shine.”

Griezmann’s national team stats

Griezmann has played 137 games for the national team during his career and scored 44 goals, making him one of the top scorers in French history.

Alongside this, he also recorded 38 assists, the most in the history of the French national team. His greatest achievements include the 2018 World Cup title, winning the UEFA Nations League in 2021 and silver at the 2016 European Championships.

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