France’s World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann quits international football
Al Jazeera
Star midfielder Griezmann has called time on a 10-year career that saw him score 44 goals in 137 matches for France.
France midfielder Antoine Griezmann has announced his retirement from international football, ending his 10-year career with the national team.
Griezmann, who played a crucial role in France’s triumphant run at the FIFA World Cup 2018, called time on his journey with the Les Blues in an emotional social media post on Monday.
“Today, it is with deep emotion that I’m announcing my retirement as a player of the France team,” he wrote.
“After 10 incredible years marked by challenges, successes and unforgettable moments, it is time for me to turn a page and make way for the new generation.
“Wearing this jersey was an honour and a privilege.”
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