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Antoine Griezmann (French pronunciation: [ɑ̃twan ɡʁijɛzman];[2] born 21 March 1991) is a French professional footballer who plays as a forward or attacking midfielder for La Liga club Atlético Madrid. Considered one of the greatest players of his generation,[3] he is known for his versatility, match intelligence, attacking output, and off-ball attributes.[4]

Key Information

Griezmann began his senior club career with Real Sociedad, winning the Segunda División in his first season. In 2014, he joined Atlético Madrid for a then-club record €30 million and won the UEFA Europa League, UEFA Super Cup, Supercopa de España, and La Liga Best Player. He was nominated for the Ballon d'Or and Best FIFA Men's Player in 2016 and 2018. In 2019, Griezmann was the subject of a record association football transfer when he signed for Barcelona in a transfer worth €120 million, becoming the fifth-most expensive player of all time. There, he won a Copa del Rey, before returning to Atlético Madrid in 2021, becoming the club's all-time top goalscorer.

Griezmann won the 2010 UEFA European Under-19 Championship with France and made his senior debut in 2014. He went on to earn 137 caps and score 44 goals, ranking as France's third-most capped player and fourth-highest goalscorer as well as the leading assist provider.[5] Griezmann was the top goalscorer and named Player of the Tournament as hosts France finished runners-up at UEFA Euro 2016. He then won the Silver Boot, the Bronze Ball, and was named man of the match in the final as France won the 2018 FIFA World Cup. At the 2022 World Cup, Griezmann played as a central midfielder as France finished runners-up. He retired from international football in 2024.

Early life

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Antoine Griezmann[6] was born on 21 March 1991[7] in the commune of Mâcon in the department of Saône-et-Loire. His father, Alain Griezmann, a town councillor,[8] has distant German ancestry from the regions of Hesse, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and Baden. This German ancestor, the father's great-great-grandfather, named Emmerich Grieszmann, migrated to France from Münster in the early 19th century and was a basket maker, married to Maria Haas from Kehlen, Luxembourg.[9][10][11] The family surname was originally spelled "Grieszmann", before being changed to "Griezmann".[12] His mother, Isabelle Lopes, a former hospital staff member supervising the cleaning team, is of Portuguese descent, and her father Amaro Lopes was a Portuguese footballer for Paços de Ferreira.[8] Amaro Lopes moved from Portugal to France with his wife Carolina to work in construction in 1957, where Isabelle was born, and he died in 1992 when his grandson was an infant.[8] As a child, Griezmann often spent his holidays in Paços de Ferreira, Portugal.[8]

Griezmann began his career playing for hometown club UF Mâconnais.[13] While there, he embarked on several trials with professional clubs, including Lyon, the club he supported as a child, to earn a spot in one of their youth academies, but was rejected because clubs questioned his small frame.[13] In 2005, while on trial with Montpellier, Griezmann played in a friendly match against the youth academy of Paris Saint-Germain in Paris, and impressed several clubs, notably Spanish club Real Sociedad, whose scouts were attending the event. Following the match, the club's officials offered Griezmann a one-week trial in San Sebastián, which he accepted. He was later offered a second-week stay at the club. The club then contacted his parents and formally offered the player a youth contract. Griezmann's parents were initially reluctant to have their son move to Spain, but allowed him to make the move after positive reassurances.[13][14]

Club career

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Real Sociedad

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Early career

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When he first arrived at Real Sociedad, Griezmann lodged with the club's French scout while attending school across the border in Bayonne, training in the evenings at the club's headquarters in San Sebastián.[13] It took him time to break into Real Sociedad's first team, but after four years in the club's youth system he made his debut, called up by Martín Lasarte for Real Sociedad's 2009–10 pre-season campaign. In the pre-season, he scored five goals in four appearances and an injury to the team's regular left-winger led to Lasarte selecting him for the start of the season (unusually for a youth graduate, bypassing the reserve team altogether).[13]

2009–2011: Development and breakthrough

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Griezmann playing for Real Sociedad in 2010

On 2 September 2009, Griezmann made his competitive debut in the team's Copa del Rey match against Rayo Vallecano appearing as a substitute in the 77th minute of a 2–0 defeat.[15] Four days later, he made his league debut appearing as a substitute against Real Murcia. On 27 September, he made his first professional start and also scored his first professional goal against Huesca in a 2–0 win.[16] Two weeks later, Griezmann scored his second goal of the campaign in a 2–0 win over Salamanca.[17] In November 2009, he scored goals in back-to-back matches against Hércules and Recreativo de Huelva.[18] The goal against the latter club was the only goal of the match.[19] Griezmann appeared consistently in the team for the rest of the season, scoring two more goals in wins over Cádiz and Numancia as Real Sociedad earned promotion to La Liga for the 2010–11 season as league winners.[20][21][22] On 8 April 2010, Griezmann signed his first professional contract agreeing to a five-year deal with the club until 2015 with a release clause of €30 million.[23] Prior to signing the contract, he drew considerable interest from Ligue 1 clubs Lyon, Saint-Étienne and Auxerre.[24] As he developed with a Basque club, he was also potentially available to play for local rivals Athletic Bilbao, in spite of being born and growing up in the non-Basque areas of France.[25][26][27]

Griezmann made his debut in La Liga on 29 August 2010, in the season's first match. In a post-game interview, he described the occasion as "fulfilling his childhood dream".[28] In the team's first match after the September international break, Griezmann assisted on the equalising goal scored by Raúl Tamudo against Real Madrid. Madrid later won the match 2–1 following a goal from Cristiano Ronaldo.[29] On 25 October, Griezmann scored his first goal in the league in a 3–0 victory over Deportivo La Coruña.[30] He celebrated the goal by pretending to drive a truck that was parked near the field.[31] A week later, Griezmann scored the opening goal in a 2–1 win over Málaga.[32] In November 2010, Griezmann scored the only goal in the team's 2–1 loss to Hércules.[33] In the team's second match of the new year, he netted the second goal in the team's 4–0 victory over Getafe.[34] After going scoreless in the next nine matches, Griezmann returned to his scoring form in March, scoring the only goal for Sociedad in the team's 2–1 defeat to Racing Santander.[35]

2011–2014: Individual success

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Griezmann playing for Real Sociedad in 2012

After sitting out the first league match of the 2011–12 campaign, in Griezmann's first competitive match of the season against the defending champions Barcelona two weeks later, he scored the equalising goal in a 2–2 draw.[36]

In the final league game of the 2012–13 campaign, he scored the only goal of the game against Deportivo La Coruña, securing qualification for the UEFA Champions League for the first time since 2003–04 while also relegating Deportivo.[37]

At the start of the following season, Griezmann scored on a volley against Lyon in his home nation of France which helped Real Sociedad qualify for the Champions League group stage (4–0 on aggregate).[38] Another important goal was also on a volley, this time against Athletic Bilbao in a Basque derby league match at Anoeta Stadium in January 2014 which ended in a 2–0 victory for Real.[39]

Atlético Madrid

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2014–15: Debut season

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Griezmann playing for Atlético Madrid in 2015

On 28 July 2014, Atlético Madrid reached an agreement with Real Sociedad for the transfer of Griezmann, for a fee believed to be close to his €30 million (£24 million) buy-out clause.[40][41] He passed the medical examination the same day and signed a six-year contract on 29 July.[42][43] He made his debut in the first leg of the 2014 Supercopa de España on 19 August, a 1–1 draw away to Real Madrid, replacing Saúl after 57 minutes.[44] On 17 September, he scored his first goal for the club, in a Champions League group stage match against Olympiacos, in a game which Atlético eventually lost 3–2.[45] Griezmann netted a brace, his first league goals for the club, in a 4–2 win over Córdoba on 1 November.[46] On 21 December 2014, he scored his first La Liga hat-trick as Atlético won 4–1 at Athletic Bilbao, having trailed at half-time.[47] He was the La Liga Player of the Month for January 2015 despite appearing in only three of Atlético's five matches.[48]

On 7 April 2015, Griezmann scored the second in a 2–0 home victory over Real Sociedad. Out of respect to his formative club, the celebrations were minimal.[49][50] Two weeks later he scored a brace against Elche in a 3–0 home win, bringing him to a total of 22 goals in the league season, overtaking Karim Benzema for the highest total by a French player in a single Spanish top-division campaign.[51] He finished the season with 22 goals in 37 games, and was selected as the only Atlético player and one of three forward in the Team of the Year at the LFP Awards, alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.[52]

2015–2017: Rise to prominence

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Griezmann (right) playing for Atlético Madrid against Rostov in 2016

On 22 August 2015, Griezmann scored the only goal as Atlético began the season with a home victory over promoted Las Palmas.[53] He scored both of the goals on 15 September, as they won at Galatasaray in the Champions League group stage.[54] A week later, he repeated the feat to defeat local neighbours Getafe and put Atlético on top of the league.[55] On 18 October, in his return to Real Sociedad, Griezmann chipped goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli in the ninth minute of a 2–0 away win (as in the fixture six months earlier, he did not celebrate the goal).[56]

On 27 February 2016, Griezmann scored the only goal as Atlético won away to Real Madrid.[57] On 13 April, he scored both goals in a 2–0 quarter-final second leg win at the Vicente Calderón Stadium that knocked holders Barcelona out of the Champions League.[58] On 3 May, he scored the decisive away goal against Bayern Munich in the semi-final second leg at the Allianz Arena to send Atlético to the final.[59] Griezmann hit the crossbar with a penalty two minutes into the second half with his team trailing 1–0 against Real Madrid in the Champions League final at San Siro on 28 May. He scored in the penalty shootout after the match had ended 1–1 after extra time, but Atlético ultimately lost 5–3.[60]

On 23 June 2016, Griezmann signed a new contract with Atlético, which would keep him at the club until 2021.[citation needed] On 1 November 2016, Griezmann scored both of Atlético's goals (with his second in the 93rd minute) in their 2–1 home win against Rostov in a 2016–17 Champions League Group D match (in which he was voted the Player of the Match) to enable Atlético to progress to the round of 16 with two matches to spare. On 2 December 2016 Griezmann got third in the Ballon d'or ranking behind Lionel Messi and the winner Cristiano Ronaldo.[61][62] On 22 April 2017, he scored the only goal of a win away to Espanyol, thus becoming the second Frenchman after Karim Benzema to score 100 La Liga goals, which he did in 247 games.[63]

After another trophyless season, and amid speculation that he could leave Atlético for Manchester United after the conclusion of the 2016–17 season, he extended his contract at the club by one year in June 2017, after learning that Atlético was given a transfer ban and that it could not sign a replacement.[64][65] His reported release price was also raised to €100 million (£87 million).[citation needed]

2017–18: UEFA Europa League win

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Griezmann with Atlético Madrid in 2017

On 19 August 2017, Griezmann earned his first red card during a draw against Girona and received a two-match ban. He was initially booked for diving in the penalty box, then his reaction of using foul language toward the referee earned him a second booking.[66] He was named La Liga Player of the Month for February 2018 after registering eight goals and two assists during the period, including scoring seven in four days (a hat-trick against Sevilla and four against Leganés).[67] His second in the 4–0 win against the latter was his 100th goal for Atlético, becoming only the third player of the 21st century to do so, after Sergio Agüero and Fernando Torres.[68]

He scored in the first leg of the 2017–18 UEFA Europa League semi-final away to Arsenal and assisted Diego Costa for the only goal in the return, contributing to Atlético's 2–1 aggregate victory and progression to the final, held in Lyon and against French opposition in Marseille;[69] he then scored twice in the final as his club claimed the trophy for the third time in nine years.[70]

After months of speculation linking him with a move to Barcelona, which came after Atlético reported Barcelona to FIFA over an alleged illegal approach for Griezmann in December 2017,[71] Griezmann signed a contract extension with Atlético on 19 June 2018 until 2023. This came days after he rejected a move to Barcelona.[72][73] He wrote a message to Atlético on social media, "My fans, my team, MY HOME!!!" in Spanish, French and English along with a video in which he is seen walking around Madrid.[73]

2018–19: Final season of first stint with Atlético

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On 15 August, Griezmann started in Atlético's 4–2 extra-time win over Real Madrid in the 2018 UEFA Super Cup in Tallinn.[74] On Matchday 2 of the Champions League, Griezmann scored a goal in both halves to give his team a 3–1 home win over Belgian champions Club Brugge.[75] Later on Matchday 4 he scored Atlético's second goal against German side Borussia Dortmund as Atlético Madrid won the reverse fixture at home by a 2–0 margin following a 4–0 defeat against the same opponents earlier in the competition at the Westfalenstadion.[76] In the following game he again scored the second goal in a 2–0 win against French side Monaco, to ensure his team's qualification for the next round of the Champions League.[77]

On 15 December, Griezmann played his 300th league contest in the Spanish top division, a game in which he scored twice while setting up another, as Atlético Madrid won 3–2 away to Real Valladolid.[78] In the following week, he scored his 200th career goal, from the spot in a 1–0 win over Espanyol.[79] On 26 January, in a league fixture at home against Getafe, he scored his 10th league goal of the season in a 2–0 win as Atlético closed the gap between league leaders Barcelona to just 2 points.[80] On 10 February, he scored in a 3–1 derby defeat against Real Madrid, equalling Fernando Torres' record-which he later broke in the following week by scoring the only goal in a 1–0 win against Rayo Vallecano, to become the fifth highest goalscorer in Atlético history with 130 goals.[81]

On 14 May 2019, Griezmann announced that he would be leaving Atlético Madrid after five seasons, after being heavily linked to Barcelona, who reportedly intended to pay the €120 million buy-out clause set by the club.[82]

Barcelona

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On 12 July 2019, Barcelona announced the signing of Griezmann to a five-year contract after activating his €120 million buy-out clause.[83] Later that day, however, Atlético Madrid disputed Barcelona's deal to sign the player, stating that the fee paid falls €80 million short of his release clause, claiming that Griezmann had agreed to move to the Nou Camp before 1 July 2019, when his €200 million buy-out clause was lowered to €120 million.[84] Atlético later stated they have "started the procedures it considers appropriate for the defense of its legitimate rights and interests" as a result of any deal, with reports in Spanish media suggesting the club planned to go to football's governing body FIFA to argue their case.[85][86] On 14 July, he was presented at the Camp Nou and was handed the number 17 shirt, and made his debut in a pre-season friendly in Japan against Chelsea.[87] On the same day, some Atlético Madrid fans defaced Griezmann's plaque outside the Metropolitano Stadium,[88] as the club officially submitted a complaint to La Liga, whose president Javier Tebas later stated "it is possible to block [Griezmann's] transfer", but also noted "La Liga have [yet] to decide [the] course of action".[71] The transfer was eventually upheld.

2019–21: Decline in form and Copa del Rey

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Griezmann playing for Barcelona in 2021

Griezmann made his debut for Barcelona on 16 August 2019 in a 1–0 defeat to Athletic Bilbao.[89] On 25 August, Griezmann scored a brace and assisted during his home debut, which ended in a 5–2 win against Real Betis.[90][91] After substituting injured Ousmane Dembélé after 26 minutes of the first half, he scored his first Champions League goal for the club on 27 November in a 3–1 win against Borussia Dortmund, assisted by Lionel Messi. In their 2019–20 Supercopa de España match against Atlético Madrid, Griezmann scored his side's second goal against his former club in an eventual 2–3 defeat.[92] Griezmann became the first player of the season to score in every major competition for Barcelona when he netted a brace in the Copa del Rey against Ibiza in a narrow 2–1 win.[93] On 25 February 2020, Griezmann scored Barcelona's equaliser in their 1–1 Champions League round of 16 draw against Napoli, becoming the first Barcelona player other than Messi to score a Champions League away goal in the knockout stage since 2015.[94]

On 1 November 2020, Griezmann scored his first goal of the 2020–21 season in a 1–1 away draw against Alavés.[95] On 17 January 2021, Griezmann scored a brace in a 3–2 loss against Athletic Bilbao in the 2021 Supercopa de España final.[96] On 3 February, Griezmann scored and assisted twice as Barcelona made a comeback after being 2–0 down until the 88th minute to win 5–3 at the end of extra-time against Granada in the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey.[97] In the 2021 Copa del Rey final, Griezmann scored the first goal in a 4–0 victory over Athletic Bilbao and won his first trophy with Barcelona.[98][99]

Return to Atlético Madrid

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2021–23: Initial loan and La Liga's top assist provider

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On 31 August 2021, Griezmann returned to Atlético Madrid on a one-year loan, with the option to extend the loan by a further year, and complete with a conditional permanent transfer clause worth €40 million to be activated by 2023.[100][101][102] He scored his first goal in his second spell at the club on 28 September, in a 2–1 comeback victory away to AC Milan in the 2021–22 UEFA Champions League.[103] On 19 October, in a Champions League group match against Liverpool at the Metropolitano Stadium, he scored a first half brace to level the score at 2–2, but was sent off in the 52nd minute for serious foul play on Roberto Firmino in an eventual 3–2 defeat.[104]

At the start of the 2022–23 season, Atlético Madrid extended Griezmann's loan for a further year. Since the club did not want to trigger the appearance-based €40 million obligatory buy clause included in the loan deal, his game time became limited to thirty minutes per match.[105] On 7 September 2022, he scored a 90+11th-minute winning goal in a 2–1 victory over Porto in the group stage of the 2022–23 UEFA Champions League.[106] On 10 October 2022, Atlético reached an agreement with Barcelona over the transfer of Griezmann for a reported fee of €20 million, who signed a contract until 30 June 2026.[107][108] He went on to record sixteen goals and eighteen assists across all competitions in the 2022–23 season, making him Atlético's top scorer, La Liga's best assist provider, and the only player in La Liga with double numbers for goals and assists. Griezmann was tied with Kevin De Bruyne and Lionel Messi for the most league assists in Europe's five major leagues.[109]

2023–present: All-time Atlético top goalscorer

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On 19 December 2023, Griezmann scored twice in a 3–3 draw with Getafe in La Liga. The strikes took him to 173 goals for Atlético Madrid, equalling the record held by club legend Luis Aragonés.[110] On 10 January 2024, he became Atlético's all-time leading scorer with a goal against Real Madrid at the Al-Awwal Park in the 2023–24 Supercopa de España.[111] Later that year, on 26 November, he scored a goal in his 100th Champions League match in a 6–0 away victory over Sparta Prague.[112] On 29 March 2025, Griezmann overtook Lionel Messi and became the foreign player with the most La Liga appearances, having made his 521st in a match away at Espanyol.[113] On 2 June 2025, he extended his contract with the club until 2027.[114]

On 27 September 2025, he scored his first goal of the 2025–26 season in stoppage time, ending his 22-match scoreless run, as Atlético Madrid defeated rivals Real Madrid 5–2, handing them their worst derby loss since November 1950.[115][116] Three days later, he netted his 200th goal for the club in a 5–1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League.[117]

International career

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2010–2012: Youth Career

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Griezmann playing for France U21s in 2011

Due to playing in Spain, Griezmann went unnoticed by several France youth international coaches.[118] After his success with Real Sociedad, on 23 February 2010, he was named to the France under-19 team to play in two friendly matches against Ukraine. On 2 March, Griezmann made his youth international debut appearing in the team's 0–0 draw with Ukraine.[119] In the return leg two days later, he scored the game-winning goal in the 88th minute to give France a 2–1 victory.[120] On 7 June, Griezmann was named to coach Francis Smerecki's squad to participate in the 2010 UEFA European Under-19 Championship.[121] In the tournament, he scored two goals and provided an assist in the team's second group stage match against Austria, a 5–0 win, as the national team eventually won the competition on home soil.[122][123][124] He was named in the Team of the Tournament.[125]

Due to France's victory at the UEFA Under-19 championship, the nation qualified for the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup, which merited under-20 team appearances for Griezmann. On 28 September 2010, he was called up to the team to participate in friendly matches against Portugal and the reserve team of Italian club Juventus. Griezmann, however, did not appear in either match due to being sent home early after suffering a thigh injury during a training session.[126] The following month, despite still being eligible to appear at under-20 level, he was called up to the under-21 team by coach Erick Mombaerts as a replacement for the injured Gabriel Obertan to play in a friendly match against Russia.[127] Griezmann made his under-21 debut in the match appearing as a second-half substitute in a 1–0 defeat.[128]

After appearing in two matches with the under-21 team, Griezmann returned to under-20 level and made his debut with the team on 9 February 2011 in a 2–1 victory over England at the New Meadow, assisting Clément Grenier's equaliser.[129] On 10 June 2011, he was named to the 21-man squad to participate in the U-20 World Cup. He made his debut in the competition on 30 July 2011 in the team's 4–1 defeat to the hosts Colombia.[130] On 10 August, in France's Round of 16 match against Ecuador, Griezmann scored the game-winning goal in a 1–0 victory.[131]

2014–2016: Senior debut and Euro 2016 runner-up

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Griezmann playing for France at UEFA Euro 2016

On 27 February 2014, Griezmann received a call-up to France's senior squad by coach Didier Deschamps to play in a friendly against the Netherlands at the Stade de France.[132] On 5 March, he debuted as a starter in the 2–0 home victory and playing the first 68 minutes.[133] On 13 May, he was named in Deschamps' squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.[134] Against Paraguay in Nice on 1 June, he scored his first international goal for France, opening a 1–1 draw.[135] He added two more as a late substitute for Olivier Giroud in France's final warm-up match, against Jamaica on 8 June, the final two in an 8–0 victory.[136] On 15 June, he was selected to start in France's first match of the World Cup, replacing the injured Franck Ribéry on the left side of the team's attack as they defeated Honduras 3–0 in Porto Alegre.[137] In the last 16 against Nigeria, his pressure led to Joseph Yobo scoring a late own goal for a 2–0 French victory.[138] France were eliminated in the quarter-finals by eventual champions Germany.[139]

Griezmann was chosen for France as they hosted UEFA Euro 2016, and started the opening game, a 2–1 win over Romania.[140] For their performances, he and Paul Pogba were benched for the next game against Albania at the Stade Vélodrome; Griezmann came on in place of Giroud in the second half and headed Adil Rami's cross with the first shot on target in the last minute to open a 2–0 win.[141] In the last 16 against the Republic of Ireland in Lyon, he scored twice as the French recovered from a half-time deficit to win 2–1, and was also fouled by Shane Duffy who was given a straight red card.[142]

On 3 July, Griezmann assisted Pogba and Dimitri Payet before scoring himself in a 5–2 quarter-final win over Iceland; it was his first goal at the Stade de France.[143] In the semi-finals against the country of his father's birth, Germany, he scored twice in a 2–0 victory to lead France to their third European Championship final.[144] Following a 1–0 defeat to Portugal in the final on 10 July, Griezmann won the Golden Boot as the tournament's top scorer, with six goals and two assists in seven games, and was named the tournament's best player, also being named to the team of the tournament.[145][146][147] His tally of six goals at the tournament was second only to the nine goals by compatriot Michel Platini at UEFA Euro 1984.[146]

2018–2021: FIFA World Cup triumph

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Griezmann with France in the 2018 FIFA World Cup

On 17 May 2018, Griezmann was called up to the France squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.[148] On 16 June 2018, he suffered a foul in the box and scored the resulting penalty kick to open the score in France's 2–1 over Australia in their opening match at the tournament, which was the first penalty decision ever to be awarded in a World Cup match with the assistance of the video assistant referee system.[149] On 30 June, Griezmann scored a goal from the penalty kick given for a foul on Kylian Mbappé in a 4–3 victory over Argentina in their round of 16 match.[150]

In France's 2–0 victory over Uruguay in quarter-finals of the tournament on 6 July, Griezmann first assisted Raphaël Varane's goal from a corner and later scored a goal himself with a strike from outside the area following an error by Uruguayan goalkeeper Fernando Muslera.[151] Griezmann did not celebrate his goal against Uruguay out of respect for his Uruguayan mentor and Uruguayan club teammates.[152] In the semi-final against Belgium at the Krestovsky Stadium, Saint Petersburg on 10 July, he set up the only goal of the game from a corner, which was headed in by Samuel Umtiti.[153]

On 15 July, Griezmann was involved in several goals in the final against Croatia, which France won 4–2.[154] With the score at 0–0 in the first half, France was awarded a foul on Griezmann after a challenge from Marcelo Brozović. Commentators called that Griezmann had dived as he began falling before Brozović made contact.[155][156] Griezmann took the ensuing 30-yard (27 m) free kick, which was headed by Mario Mandžukić into his own net to give France the lead in the 18th minute.[157] Croatia equalised, but Griezmann scored a 38th-minute penalty after the referee ruled for handball (via a video assistant review) to give France a 2–1 lead.[158] In the second half, he passed to Paul Pogba in the build-up to the midfielder scoring the third goal for France.[159] For his efforts, Griezmann was named man of the match,[160] and was also voted the third best player in the tournament behind Luka Modrić and Eden Hazard, receiving the Bronze Ball.[161]

2021–2024: Nations League title and second consecutive World Cup final

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Griezmann playing for France in 2021

In May 2021, Griezmann received a call-up for the postponed UEFA Euro 2020.[162] On 19 June, he scored a goal in a 1–1 draw against Hungary.[163] They were eliminated from the tournament after losing to Switzerland in the round of 16 on penalties, following a 3–3 draw.[164][165]

After, France topped their Nations League Group and qualified for the 2021 UEFA Nations League Finals,[166] in the semi-final on 7 October, Griezmann managed to earn a penalty, which was converted by Kylian Mbappé to help France come from behind and defeat Belgium 3–2.[167] Three days later, in the final, France defeated Spain 2–1 to clinch their first title.[168]

In November 2022, he was included in the French squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.[169] On 26 November, Griezmann assisted Kylian Mbappé's winning goal in their 2–1 victory over Denmark, securing qualification to the knockout stages and thus breaking the "World Cup Champions' Curse".[170] On 10 December, he assisted both of France's goals as they defeated England 2–1 in the quarter-finals.[171] He was later named man of the match in a 2–0 semi-final win over Morocco.[172] Although France lost to Argentina in the final on penalties after a 3–3 draw,[173] Griezmann finished the tournament as the joint-top assister with three assists.[174]

In March 2024, his record of 84-game streak with France ended, having missed two friendly matches due to an ankle injury.[175][176] Later that year, on 16 May, he was selected in the 25-man squad for UEFA Euro 2024.[177]

Griezmann announced his retirement from international football on 30 September 2024.[178]

Player profile

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Style of play

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A quick, modern, and versatile left-footed forward, with an eye for goal, Griezmann has been described as a "team player", and is capable of occupying several offensive positions in or behind the main attacking line, due to his technical skills, vision, ability to drop deep and link-up play between the forward and midfielders, or score many goals: he has been deployed as a main striker, in a central role as an attacking midfielder, as a second striker, as a false 9, or as a winger, on either flank.[145][179][180][181][182] Griezmann is an accurate finisher with either foot from both inside and outside the area, and is also good in the air and accurate with his head, in spite of his relatively small stature.[183]

In addition to his ability to score and create goals, he has also been praised for his work-rate, attacking movement, positional sense, and ability to interpret the game, which, combined with his pace, mobility and energy, enables him to make effective attacking runs to beat the defensive line.[184][185][186] He has been noted by various sources as having a comparatively low rate of scoring from penalties.[63][187][188][189] Since the 2022 World Cup, Griezmann has been used in a deeper role by France national team manager Deschamps, often playing as a central midfielder.[190]

Reception

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UEFA chief technical officer Ioan Lupescu, who led the panel of technical observers that named Griezmann as the best player of Euro 2016, said that he "works hard for his team and possesses technique, vision and quality finishing" and branded him "a threat in every game he played".[145] While his club form for Barcelona remained sub-par, Griezmann's performances for the France national team prompted head coach Didier Deschamps to label him "one of the greatest players of all-time".[191]

Outside football

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Personal life

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Since 2011, Griezmann has been in a relationship with Erika Choperena, a Spanish native of the Basque Country. They got married on 15 June 2017.[192] They had their first child, a daughter, in April 2016.[193] The couple's second child was born in April 2019. In April 2021, the couple had their third child, a daughter; all three siblings share the same birthday.[194] Griezmann is Catholic.[195][196]

Griezmann's sister was a survivor of the siege of the Bataclan theatre in the November 2015 Paris attacks, which took place as he was playing against Germany at the Stade de France, which was also site of an explosion in the same attacks.[197][198][8][199]

On 17 December 2017, Griezmann caused controversy by sharing a photo of himself dressed as a Harlem Globetrotter on his social media accounts; the outfit included blackface and an afro wig. After severe criticism, Griezmann deleted the posts and made an apology.[200]

Griezmann's father became the president of UF Mâconnais in 2020, the club for which Griezmann played in his youth.[201]

In July 2021, video footage of Griezmann along with teammate Ousmane Dembélé circulated online, whereby he was seen laughing at derogatory racial comments made by Dembélé against the Japanese technicians in their hotel room.[202] Griezmann apologised for the video on Twitter, but denied accusations of racism.[203]

Media and sponsorships

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Griezmann had a sponsorship deal with German sportswear company Puma, and has appeared in commercials for the company.[204] His 'Hotline Bling' goal celebration features in a 2016 Puma commercial.[204] Puma unveiled Griezmann's own custom made football boots, PUMA Future 18.1 "Grizi", in December 2017.[205]

Griezmann features in EA Sports' FIFA video game series: he appears on the cover of the French edition of FIFA 16 alongside global cover star Lionel Messi, having been selected for the role by public vote.[206] Ahead of Euro 2016, Griezmann featured in advertisements for Beats Electronics headphones, alongside Harry Kane, Mario Götze and Cesc Fàbregas.[207] He has a dancemove named after him in the popular French novelty song "Logobitombo (Corde à sauter)".[208]

In 2019, the documentary film Antoine Griezmann: The Making of a Legend, which depicted the player's career, was released.

Griezmann is a brand ambassador for Head & Shoulders shampoo and Gillette, and has featured in several football themed television commercials.[209] In 2017 he became a global brand ambassador for Chinese technology company Huawei; however, in December 2020, Griezmann formally cut ties with the company, citing "strong suspicions that [Huawei] has contributed to the development of a 'Uighur alert' thanks to facial recognition software".[210]

Griezmann became the brand ambassador for Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card games on 6 June 2021. Originally, a special card inspired by him would be released later the year. However, following the video where Griezmann was seen laughing at derogatory racial comments made by teammate Ousmane Dembélé surfaced online in July 2021, Konami announced they had terminated Griezmann's contract as the brand ambassador.[211]

In January 2025, Griezmann made a significant shift by partnering with the French brand Decathlon after 14 years with Puma.[212][213]

Grizi Esport

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In January 2020, Griezmann launched the esports organisation, Grizi Esport.[214][215] The organisation has acquired Rainbow Six Siege, Fortnite, and FIFA players.[216][217] On 11 October 2021, it was announced by Grizi Esport that the organisation would "Stop momentarily with all of their Esports-related activities." As of December 2022, the organisation has not posted an update regarding the future of Grizi Esport.[218]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of match played 21 October 2025[219]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League Copa del Rey Europe Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Real Sociedad 2009–10 Segunda División 39 6 1 0 — — 40 6
2010–11 La Liga 37 7 2 0 — — 39 7
2011–12 La Liga 35 7 3 1 — — 38 8
2012–13 La Liga 34 10 1 1 — — 35 11
2013–14 La Liga 35 16 7 3 8[a] 1 — 50 20
Total 180 46 14 5 8 1 — 202 52
Atlético Madrid 2014–15 La Liga 37 22 5 1 9[a] 2 2[b] 0 53 25
2015–16 La Liga 38 22 3 3 13[a] 7 — 54 32
2016–17 La Liga 36 16 5 4 12[a] 6 — 53 26
2017–18 La Liga 32 19 3 2 14[c] 8 — 49 29
2018–19 La Liga 37 15 2 2 8[a] 4 1[d] 0 48 21
Total 180 94 18 12 56 27 3 0 257 133
Barcelona 2019–20 La Liga 35 9 3 3 9[a] 2 1[b] 1 48 15
2020–21 La Liga 36 13 6 3 7[a] 2 2[b] 2 51 20
2021–22 La Liga 3 0 — — — 3 0
Total 74 22 9 6 16 4 3 3 102 35
Atlético Madrid (loan) 2021–22 La Liga 26 3 1 1 9[a] 4 — 36 8
Atlético Madrid 2022–23[e] La Liga 38 15 4 0 6[a] 1 — 48 16
2023–24 La Liga 33 16 4 1 10[a] 6 1[b] 1 48 24
2024–25 La Liga 38 8 5 2 10[a] 6 3[f] 1 56 17
2025–26 La Liga 9 1 0 0 3[a] 1 0 0 12 2
Total 118 40 13 3 29 14 4 2 164 59
Career total 578 205 55 27 118 50 10 5 761 287
  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Appearances in UEFA Champions League
  2. ^ a b c d Appearance(s) in Supercopa de España
  3. ^ Six appearances and two goals in UEFA Champions League, eight appearances and six goals in UEFA Europa League
  4. ^ Appearance in UEFA Super Cup
  5. ^ Part of this season was spent on loan from Barcelona
  6. ^ Appearances in FIFA Club World Cup

International

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Appearances and goals by national team and year[220]
National team Year Apps Goals
France 2014 14 5
2015 10 1
2016 15 8
2017 10 5
2018 18 7
2019 11 4
2020 8 3
2021 16 9
2022 15 0
2023 10 2
2024 10 0
Total 137 44
Scores and results list France's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Griezmann goal.
List of international goals scored by Antoine Griezmann[220]
No. Date Venue Cap Opponent Score Result Competition Ref.
1 1 June 2014 Allianz Riviera, Nice, France 3  Paraguay 1–0 1–1 Friendly [221]
2 8 June 2014 Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France 4  Jamaica 7–0 8–0 Friendly [222]
3 8–0
4 14 October 2014 Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium, Yerevan, Armenia 12  Armenia 3–0 3–0 Friendly [223]
5 14 November 2014 Roazhon Park, Rennes, France 13  Albania 1–1 1–1 Friendly [224]
6 8 October 2015 Allianz Riviera, Nice, France 21  Armenia 1–0 4–0 Friendly [225]
7 25 March 2016 Amsterdam Arena, Amsterdam, Netherlands 25  Netherlands 1–0 3–2 Friendly [226]
8 15 June 2016 Stade Vélodrome, Marseille, France 29  Albania 1–0 2–0 UEFA Euro 2016 [227]
9 26 June 2016 Parc Olympique Lyonnais, Décines-Charpieu, France 31  Republic of Ireland 1–1 2–1 UEFA Euro 2016 [228]
10 2–1
11 3 July 2016 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 32  Iceland 4–0 5–2 UEFA Euro 2016 [229]
12 7 July 2016 Stade Vélodrome, Marseille, France 33  Germany 1–0 2–0 UEFA Euro 2016 [230]
13 2–0
14 7 October 2016 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 37  Bulgaria 3–1 4–1 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification [231]
15 25 March 2017 Stade Josy Barthel, Luxembourg City, Luxembourg 40  Luxembourg 2–1 3–1 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification [232]
16 2 June 2017 Roazhon Park, Rennes, France 42  Paraguay 5–0 5–0 Friendly [233]
17 31 August 2017 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 44  Netherlands 1–0 4–0 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification [234]
18 10 October 2017 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 47  Belarus 1–0 2–1 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification [235]
19 10 November 2017 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 48  Wales 1–0 2–0 Friendly [236]
20 1 June 2018 Allianz Riviera, Nice, France 53  Italy 2–0 3–1 Friendly [237]
21 16 June 2018 Kazan Arena, Kazan, Russia 55  Australia 1–0 2–1 2018 FIFA World Cup [238]
22 30 June 2018 Kazan Arena, Kazan, Russia 58  Argentina 1–0 4–3 2018 FIFA World Cup [239]
23 6 July 2018 Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia 59  Uruguay 2–0 2–0 2018 FIFA World Cup [240]
24 15 July 2018 Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, Russia 61  Croatia 2–1 4–2 2018 FIFA World Cup [241]
25 16 October 2018 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 65  Germany 1–1 2–1 2018–19 UEFA Nations League A [242]
26 2–1
27 22 March 2019 Zimbru Stadium, Chișinău, Moldova 68  Moldova 1–0 4–1 UEFA Euro 2020 qualification [243]
28 25 March 2019 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 69  Iceland 4–0 4–0 UEFA Euro 2020 qualification [244]
29 2 June 2019 Stade de la Beaujoire, Nantes, France 70  Bolivia 2–0 2–0 Friendly [245]
30 17 November 2019 Arena Kombëtare, Tirana, Albania 78  Albania 2–0 2–0 UEFA Euro 2020 qualification [246]
31 8 September 2020 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 80  Croatia 1–1 4–2 2020–21 UEFA Nations League A [247]
32 7 October 2020 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 81  Ukraine 7–1 7–1 Friendly [248]
33 14 October 2020 Stadion Maksimir, Zagreb, Croatia 83  Croatia 1–0 2–1 2020–21 UEFA Nations League A [249]
34 24 March 2021 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 87  Ukraine 1–0 1–1 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification [250]
35 31 March 2021 Stadion Grbavica, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina 89  Bosnia and Herzegovina 1–0 1–0 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification [251]
36 2 June 2021 Allianz Riviera, Nice, France 90  Wales 2–0 3–0 Friendly [252]
37 8 June 2021 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 91  Bulgaria 1–0 3–0 Friendly [253]
38 19 June 2021 Puskás Aréna, Budapest, Hungary 93  Hungary 1–1 1–1 UEFA Euro 2020 [254]
39 1 September 2021 Stade de la Meinau, Strasbourg, France 96  Bosnia and Herzegovina 1–1 1–1 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification [255]
40 7 September 2021 Parc Olympique Lyonnais, Décines-Charpieu, France 98  Finland 1–0 2–0 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification [256]
41 2–0
42 13 November 2021 Parc des Princes, Paris, France 101  Kazakhstan 7–0 8–0 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification [257]
43 24 March 2023 Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France 118  Netherlands 1–0 4–0 UEFA Euro 2024 qualification [258]
44 12 September 2023 Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund, Germany 123  Germany 1–2 1–2 Friendly [259]

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Griezmann holding the FIFA World Cup Trophy in 2018

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Antoine Griezmann

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Antoine Griezmann (born 21 March 1991) is a French professional footballer who plays as a forward for La Liga club Atlético Madrid.[1][2] Griezmann began his senior career at Real Sociedad before joining Atlético Madrid in 2014, where he established himself as a key player under manager Diego Simeone, later moving to Barcelona in 2019 and returning to Atlético on loan and subsequently permanently.[2][3] Internationally, he represented the France national team from 2014 until his retirement in September 2024, amassing 137 caps and contributing to their victory in the 2018 FIFA World Cup while reaching the final in 2022.[4][5] Among his major achievements, Griezmann won the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Super Cup with Atlético Madrid and became the club's all-time leading goalscorer, reaching 200 competitive goals in October 2025.[6][7]

Early life

Family background and upbringing

Antoine Griezmann was born on 21 March 1991 in Mâcon, in the Saône-et-Loire department of France, to Alain Griezmann, a town councillor with ancestral ties to Münster in Germany, and Isabelle Griezmann (née Lopes), a former hospital cleaner.[8][9] His mother's family originated from Paços de Ferreira in Portugal, where her father, Amaro Lopes, had played professionally as a footballer for F.C. Paços de Ferreira before the family emigrated to France in 1957 amid political upheaval under the Salazar dictatorship.[10][11] This Portuguese heritage on his maternal side contrasted with his paternal German roots, reflecting a multicultural family background in a modest working-class household.[12] Griezmann's early years unfolded in the provincial setting of Mâcon, a commune in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, where economic constraints shaped family life but did not deter parental encouragement of his pursuits.[13] His parents, recognizing his enthusiasm for physical activity, supported his development by building a makeshift football pitch next to their home, fostering discipline and focus amid unstructured play in the local environment.[14] This familial backing proved instrumental in channeling his energies during formative childhood years marked by the rhythms of small-town France.[15]

Youth football academies and early development

Griezmann encountered repeated rejections from prominent French youth academies, including those of Olympique Lyonnais, FC Metz, AS Saint-Étienne, FC Sochaux, AJ Auxerre, and Paris Saint-Germain, primarily due to his small physical stature at the time.[16][17] Scouts assessed him as insufficiently robust for professional development despite evident technical talent, a common causal barrier for undersized prospects where physical metrics often overshadow skill in early evaluations.[18][19] In 2005, at age 14, Griezmann was identified by a Real Sociedad scout vacationing in France, who observed him during a local tournament and extended an invitation for trials after providing contact details to his father.[20] This opportunity led to his integration into Real Sociedad's youth academy (Zubieta), where he relocated and initially resided with the club's French scout, commuting for training while attending school across the border.[21] Over the subsequent years, he adapted to the Basque region's cultural and linguistic environment, residing in club facilities, which facilitated immersion and accelerated tactical maturation amid a system emphasizing technical proficiency over immediate physical dominance.[22] Within Real Sociedad's cantera, Griezmann honed his left-footed finishing and off-ball work rate, attributes bolstered by physical growth that mitigated earlier size concerns, enabling progression through age-group teams.[23] He debuted for the club's reserve team (San Sebastián de los Reyes) in 2009, showcasing improved versatility in forward roles prior to senior integration.[24] Idols such as David Beckham influenced his admiration for precise crossing and set-piece execution, shaping early stylistic preferences during this formative phase.[25]

Club career

Real Sociedad (2009–2014)

Griezmann made his senior debut for Real Sociedad on 31 October 2009 in a Copa del Rey match against Villarreal, entering as a substitute.[26] During the 2009–10 Segunda División season, he featured in 37 league appearances, scoring 6 goals and providing 5 assists, which aided the club's championship win and promotion to La Liga for the 2010–11 campaign.[27] Under new coach Philippe Montanier from 2011, Griezmann transitioned to a more prominent role on the left wing, leveraging his speed and dribbling skills in counter-attacking plays to break down defenses.[28] In the 2010–11 La Liga season, Griezmann recorded 1 goal in 26 appearances as Real Sociedad secured survival.[27] His development accelerated in 2011–12 with 7 league goals across 34 matches, establishing him as a regular starter.[29] By 2012–13, he contributed 7 goals in 34 La Liga outings, showcasing versatility in attacking positions. The 2013–14 season marked his peak at the club, tallying 20 goals and 5 assists in 50 total appearances, including notable performances in the UEFA Champions League group stage—where Real Sociedad advanced before dropping to the Europa League—and domestic competitions.[30][26] Amid interest from clubs like Barcelona, Griezmann extended his contract in 2012 before departing for Atlético Madrid in July 2014 for a €30 million transfer fee, concluding a period that saw him score 46 goals in 180 appearances for Real Sociedad across all competitions.[31][32]

Atlético Madrid first stint (2014–2019)

Antoine Griezmann transferred to Atlético Madrid from Real Sociedad on 27 July 2014 for a fee of €30 million.[33] In his debut season of 2014–15, he adapted to Diego Simeone's disciplined, counter-attacking system, scoring 22 goals in La Liga across 37 appearances.[34] This output marked his emergence as a key forward, contributing to Atlético's third-place league finish while prioritizing defensive solidity over possession dominance. From 2015 to 2017, Griezmann elevated his performance, netting 22 La Liga goals in 2015–16 to finish as joint-top scorer and 16 in 2016–17, totaling 38 league strikes over those two campaigns.[34] His versatility allowed him to operate as a second striker or wide forward, exploiting transitions in Simeone's 4-4-2 setup. However, in the 2016 UEFA Champions League final against Real Madrid on 28 May, Griezmann missed a penalty in the shootout after a 1–1 draw, drawing criticism for faltering under pressure despite scoring 6 goals en route to the final.[35] In the 2017–18 season, Griezmann scored 6 goals in the UEFA Europa League, including a brace in the 3–0 final victory over Marseille on 16 May, securing Atlético's third title in the competition.[36] This triumph highlighted his clinical finishing in high-stakes matches, aligning with Simeone's pragmatic approach. Tactically, Simeone increasingly deployed him in a false 9 role, dropping deep to link play and create space, which enhanced his influence beyond traditional forward duties.[37] During 2018–19, amid public speculation over his future and disputes regarding potential transfers—particularly after a documentary revealed prior talks with Barcelona—Griezmann scored 15 La Liga goals.[38] His Ballon d'Or candidacy peaked that year, finishing third behind Luka Modrić and Cristiano Ronaldo, reflecting his 29 goals across all competitions despite the distractions.[39] Over his first stint, Griezmann amassed 133 goals in 257 appearances, becoming integral to Simeone's philosophy of resilience and efficiency, though his output varied with the team's emphasis on collective defending over individual flair.[40]

FC Barcelona (2019–2021)

Antoine Griezmann transferred to FC Barcelona from Atlético Madrid on July 12, 2019, for a fee of €120 million, matching his release clause.[41] [42] His integration proved challenging amid a congested forward line featuring Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, where overlapping positional demands—particularly in the left half-space—limited his effectiveness in Ernesto Valverde's possession-oriented system.[43] [44] In the 2019–20 season, Griezmann recorded 15 goals across 38 appearances in all competitions, contributing to Barcelona's Copa del Rey semifinal exit but failing to secure La Liga or Champions League titles. His output reflected adaptation struggles, with reduced dribbling success and deeper progressions compared to prior seasons, exacerbating tactical redundancies.[45] [44] The 2020–21 campaign under Ronald Koeman saw further decline, marked by injuries and a shift to a bench role, yielding approximately 20 goals in total across competitions despite Barcelona's Copa del Rey triumph on April 17, 2021, where Griezmann scored the opener in a 4–0 final win over Athletic Bilbao.[46] Overall, Griezmann managed 26 goals in 102 appearances during his Barcelona stint, a modest return relative to the €120 million investment, underscoring physical demands and stylistic mismatches that prompted his loan return to Atlético Madrid on August 31, 2021.[47] [27]

Atlético Madrid return (2021–present)

Antoine Griezmann rejoined Atlético Madrid on a one-year loan from Barcelona on 31 August 2021, with an option to extend for another year and an obligation to buy for €40 million if certain conditions were met.[48] During the 2021–22 La Liga season, he recorded 16 assists, leading the league in that category and contributing significantly to Atlético's third-place finish. The loan was extended for the 2022–23 season, after which Barcelona agreed to a reduced permanent transfer fee of €20 million on 10 October 2022, with Griezmann signing a contract until June 2026.[49] On 10 January 2024, Griezmann became Atlético Madrid's all-time leading goalscorer with 174 goals, surpassing Luis Aragonés's record of 173 during a 1–0 victory over Rayo Vallecano.[50] Since his return, he has maintained consistent output, scoring at least 10 goals per season across all competitions, while adapting to a deeper playmaking role amid physical demands of aging, often operating as an advanced midfielder to facilitate attacks.[40] This evolution has supported Atlético's strong start to the 2024–25 campaign, including a 5–2 Madrid derby win over Real Madrid on 27 September 2025, where Griezmann scored in stoppage time.[51] In June 2025, Griezmann extended his contract until 30 June 2027, rejecting offers from Major League Soccer clubs such as LAFC, citing loyalty to Atlético and a competitive financial package from the club.[52][53] On 1 October 2025, he reached 200 career goals for Atlético in a 5–1 UEFA Champions League victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, becoming the first player in club history to achieve this milestone in competitive matches.[7] On 13 January 2026, Griezmann scored a decisive second-half free-kick goal—his 10th of the season and 10th direct free-kick for the club—securing a 1–0 victory for Atlético Madrid over Deportivo de La Coruña in the Copa del Rey round of 16 and advancing the team to the quarter-finals.[54][55]

International career

Youth international teams (2010–2013)

Griezmann received his first call-up to the France under-19 national team in February 2010 following strong performances with Real Sociedad's reserve side.[22] He made his under-19 debut on 2 March 2010 and went on to feature prominently in the 2010 UEFA European Under-19 Championship, where France defeated Spain 2–0 in the final to claim the title; Griezmann contributed two goals during the tournament, showcasing his emerging goal-scoring instincts and versatility on the wing.[9] In 2011, Griezmann represented France at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Colombia, where the team finished fourth after a semifinal loss to Portugal; his participation helped refine his ability to perform under international pressure, though specific goal tallies from the event remain limited in records.[18] Transitioning to the under-21 level later that year, he earned initial caps while balancing club duties, but faced a disciplinary setback in October 2012 when, along with four other players, he visited a Paris nightclub on the eve of a crucial 2013 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifier against Germany; the French Football Federation imposed a one-year ban from all national youth teams, enforcing stricter discipline and delaying his under-21 progression until after the tournament.[56] Cleared to return post-ban, Griezmann integrated into the under-21 squad for the 2013 UEFA European Under-21 Championship in Israel, starting in all group matches and scoring three goals, including efforts against England and Ukraine, as France advanced to the semifinals before a 3–1 aggregate defeat to Croatia.[57] His tournament output highlighted growing leadership in attacking roles, with effective positioning and finishing that complemented his domestic form, positioning him as a key prospect without relying solely on youth hype for senior consideration.

Senior France team (2014–2024)

Antoine Griezmann made his senior debut for the France national team on 5 March 2014, starting in a 2–0 friendly victory over the Netherlands before being substituted after 68 minutes.[58] Over the subsequent years, he established himself as a key forward, contributing to France's successes in major tournaments through goals, assists, and tactical versatility. At UEFA Euro 2016, hosted by France, Griezmann emerged as the tournament's top scorer with six goals, including a penalty in the semi-final against Germany and strikes in the group stage and quarter-final, earning him the Player of the Tournament award despite France's 1–0 final loss to Portugal.[59] His performances underscored his clinical finishing and ability to influence knockout stages. In the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Griezmann scored four goals across seven matches, comprising an early penalty against Australia, a header versus Peru, and further contributions in the group and knockout phases, helping France secure the title with a 4–2 final win over Croatia.[60] He also took penalties reliably, including in the final, highlighting his composure under pressure.[61] France exited UEFA Euro 2020 in the round of 16 after a penalty shootout defeat to Switzerland, with Griezmann registering one goal in the group stage against Germany. At the 2022 FIFA World Cup, he played a pivotal role in reaching the final, providing assists and scoring in earlier rounds, though France fell to Argentina in a penalty shootout after a 3–3 draw.[61] In UEFA Euro 2024, Griezmann featured prominently but struggled for goals as France advanced to the semi-finals before losing 2–1 to Spain; he admitted post-tournament challenges in maintaining form amid the team's defensive reliance.[62] Serving as vice-captain under Didier Deschamps, Griezmann often shouldered penalty duties and linked play with 30 assists—France's all-time record—complementing his 44 goals.[63] By retirement, he had amassed 137 caps, ranking joint third in France's all-time appearances.[64] Griezmann announced his international retirement on 30 September 2024, following Euro 2024, ending a career marked by one World Cup triumph and consistent tournament impacts despite varying team outcomes.[65]

Playing style

Technical attributes and versatility

Griezmann, standing at 1.76 meters and predominantly left-footed, possesses refined technical finesse in shooting and crossing, enabling precise finishes from distance and low-driven efforts into the corners.[66][67] His vision manifests in playmaking, evidenced by a career tally of 166 assists across club and international appearances as of mid-2025.[68] This stems from his ability to execute through balls and key passes, ranking highly in metrics like progressive passes, where he averages approximately 5 per 90 minutes in domestic leagues per Opta-tracked data.[27] Physically, despite his modest height, Griezmann exhibits notable aerial prowess through explosive leaping and timing, surprising taller defenders with headed goals and contest wins at a rate exceeding expectations for his frame.[69] His high work rate underpins off-ball contributions, including intense pressing to regain possession in advanced areas, aligning with tactical demands for hybrid forwards who cover extensive ground.[70] Positional versatility defines his profile, allowing seamless shifts from left winger to false nine or central attacking midfielder, often thriving in fluid systems that exploit transitions.[71] Detailed positional logs show him logging minutes as left midfielder (LM), right winger (RW), and advanced playmaker (AM), adapting to roles requiring both goal threat and creative orchestration.[72] However, under high-pressure scenarios, such as isolated wide channels, his decision-making can falter, leading to suboptimal choices in progression or risk assessment.[73] Injuries, including recurrent muscle strains and ankle issues—such as a 47-day absence in 2021–22—have periodically disrupted rhythm, though his overall durability limits prolonged absences, with no season seeing more than nine games missed due to fitness concerns in recent years.[74]

Evolution and adaptations

During his initial years at Real Sociedad from 2009 to 2014, Griezmann primarily operated as a dribble-oriented winger on the left flank, relying on quick bursts of speed and one-on-one skill to create scoring opportunities, which yielded 52 goals in 179 appearances. Upon joining Atlético Madrid in 2014 under Diego Simeone, he adapted to a more disciplined system emphasizing defensive pressing and transitional play, evolving into a versatile forward who incorporated goal-poaching instincts and improved off-ball movement, contributing to 133 goals in 257 matches while aligning with Simeone's high-intensity demands.[75] At FC Barcelona from 2019 to 2021, Griezmann faced challenges adapting to a possession-heavy, structured role often overshadowed by Lionel Messi's central dominance, resulting in reduced dynamism and only 22 La Liga goals in 102 appearances as he struggled with static positioning under coaches like Quique Setién and Ronald Koeman.[76] [77] Upon returning to Atlético Madrid in 2021, Griezmann shifted toward deeper orchestration from a No. 10 or second-striker role, leveraging enhanced vision and passing to peak in creativity, as evidenced by 7 assists alongside 8 goals in 38 La Liga appearances during the 2024-25 season.[78] This maturation compensated for declining pace at age 34 through positional intelligence and tactical reading, with his June 2025 contract extension to 2027 underscoring sustained effectiveness in Simeone's evolved setup.[52][79]

Reception

Accolades and praise

Griezmann has received numerous individual accolades for his performances, including being named the UEFA Euro 2016 top scorer with six goals and Player of the Tournament as France reached the final.[80] He was voted UEFA Europa League Player of the Season for 2017–18 after scoring six goals in the competition, culminating in a brace in the final against Olympique de Marseille on May 16, 2018.[81] In the 2018 FIFA World Cup, he scored four goals, including the opening penalty in the final against Croatia on July 15, 2018, and was awarded Man of the Match in that 4–2 victory, earning recognition as Best Player of the Final.[13][82] His contributions have been integral to team successes, such as France's 2018 World Cup triumph, where he provided key goals and assists across seven matches, and the 2021 UEFA Nations League win.[80] With Atlético Madrid, he featured in their 2018 UEFA Europa League victory and UEFA Super Cup wins in 2014 and 2018, scoring decisive goals in high-stakes fixtures.[83] Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has praised Griezmann's enduring quality, describing him as possessing "ageless talent" after he reached 200 career goals for the club—surpassing Adrián López's record—during a UEFA Champions League match on September 30, 2025.[84] By October 2025, Griezmann had amassed over 200 goals in 454 appearances for Atlético, establishing him as the club's all-time leading scorer. For the France national team, he holds the record for most assists with 38 in 137 caps as of July 2025, underscoring his playmaking impact alongside 44 goals.[85] Griezmann's clutch performances, such as his penalty in the 2018 World Cup final and consistent overperformance relative to expected goals (xG) in key tournaments, have drawn expert acclaim for his versatility and composure under pressure.[82]

Criticisms and shortcomings

Griezmann's €120 million transfer to Barcelona in July 2019 was widely criticized as a poor investment, with the forward managing only 35 goals and 16 assists across 102 appearances in two seasons, failing to deliver the expected impact in a squad already featuring Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez.[86][87] Observers pointed to a tactical mismatch, as Griezmann struggled to adapt to the left-wing role in Barcelona's fluid system, often appearing peripheral and unable to replicate his Atlético Madrid form.[88] The move culminated in a loan return to Atlético in 2021, followed by a permanent €20 million buy-back (with Barcelona still owing €75 million of the original fee), underscoring the financial and performance shortfall.[89] Critics have scrutinized Griezmann's output in high-stakes matches, noting lower goal conversion rates in UEFA Champions League fixtures compared to domestic leagues, where he averaged around 0.25 goals per 90 minutes in La Liga versus under 0.20 in UCL knockout stages during his prime Atlético years.[90] This disparity fueled perceptions of limited "killer instinct" in decisive games, exemplified by his muted contributions in finals: a subdued showing in the Euro 2016 final loss to Portugal, no goals in the 2022 World Cup final defeat to Argentina, and extra-time failures across a Champions League final (2016), Euro final, and World Cup final—making him unique in modern football for such a record.[91][92] Comparisons to teammates like Kylian Mbappé highlighted Griezmann's relative lack of clinical finishing under pressure, with media attributing this to a more creative, less predatory mentality.[93] The 2019 transfer saga drew accusations of indecisiveness and opportunism, as Griezmann's public overtures to Barcelona—via a documentary titled "La Decisión" announcing his intent to leave Atlético, only to backtrack after a €200 million release clause activation—irritated fans and clubs alike, with Atlético labeling it disrespectful and some outlets decrying his pursuit of a bigger paycheck over loyalty.[94][95] This episode, amid stalled negotiations and a forced €120 million clause payment, reinforced narratives of self-interest, contrasting his on-pitch versatility with off-field pragmatism.[96]

Controversies

Alleged racial insensitivity incidents

In December 2017, Griezmann posted a photograph on social media showing himself with his face painted black, dressed in a basketball jersey, which he described as a costume for an 1980s-themed party intended as a tribute to a black basketball player.[97] [98] The image drew widespread criticism for evoking blackface traditions historically associated with racial caricature, prompting Griezmann to initially respond by urging critics to "calm down" before deleting the post and issuing an apology, acknowledging the costume as insensitive and expressing regret for any offense caused.[99] [100] No formal sanctions or legal actions resulted from the incident.[101] A video from Barcelona's 2019 preseason tour in Japan, leaked online in July 2021, depicted Griezmann and teammate Ousmane Dembélé in a hotel room laughing while Dembélé imitated the speech and gestures of Asian technicians attempting to repair a television, with Griezmann participating by mimicking an Asian accent.[102] [103] Griezmann publicly apologized shortly after the leak, stating that the behavior stemmed from ignorance rather than malice and that he had learned from the experience, while Dembélé issued a similar statement denying racist intent.[102] [104] Consequences included Konami terminating Griezmann's ambassadorship for its Pro Evolution Soccer and Yu-Gi-Oh! franchises, a formal protest from Barcelona's Japanese sponsor Rakuten, and an internal club statement expressing regret over the offense to Asian partners and fans.[105] [106] No legal charges were filed, and Barcelona took no public disciplinary measures beyond the apology.[107] Both episodes occurred during Griezmann's mid-20s, amid his rise as a prominent player, and were framed by him as lapses in judgment without deliberate prejudice, leading to personal apologies but highlighting patterns of cultural insensitivity in private settings.[108] Subsequent years showed no similar public incidents, with Griezmann maintaining a professional career unmarred by further allegations of this nature.[109]

Transfer disputes and club conflicts

In October 2012, Griezmann and four other French youth internationals, including Yann M'Vila and Wissam Ben Yedder, violated team curfew by visiting a Paris nightclub on the eve of a 2013 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifier against Germany.[56] [110] The French Football Federation imposed a 13-month suspension on Griezmann from under-21 and senior international duty as punishment for the breach of discipline, which halted his progression with the national team until mid-2013.[111] Griezmann's July 2019 transfer to Barcelona for a €120 million release clause activation sparked immediate conflict with Atlético Madrid, who filed formal complaints with La Liga and the Royal Spanish Football Federation alleging irregularities in the process, including claims that Barcelona owed an additional €80 million beyond the clause amount.[112] [113] Atlético accused Barcelona of making unauthorized contact with Griezmann while he remained under contract, prompting investigations into potential illegal approaches.[114] A Barcelona court later identified evidence of possible embezzlement and false accounting in the deal, linked to a €15 million payment from Barcelona to Atlético intended to resolve the complaints, though Barcelona maintained the transfer complied with legal parameters.[115] [116] Griezmann's return to Atlético Madrid in September 2021 was arranged as a one-year loan from Barcelona with an obligation to purchase for €40 million, a structure that allowed Barcelona to offload his wages amid financial constraints without an upfront transfer fee.[48] [117] This deal later fueled disputes, with Barcelona planning legal action in 2022 to enforce the €40 million payment, citing Atlético's reluctance to finalize it despite the obligation.[118] Amid 2025 speculation linking Griezmann to Major League Soccer clubs like LAFC, which pursued him with offers over two years, he rejected the moves and extended his contract with Atlético until 2027, prioritizing loyalty to the club where he is regarded as a legend over competing financial incentives.[119] [120] His agent cited Atlético's unmatched package and Griezmann's deep ties as decisive factors in declining the MLS overtures.[121]

Personal life

Family and relationships

Antoine Griezmann has been in a relationship with Erika Choperena since 2011, having met her while playing for Real Sociedad in San Sebastián, where she was studying.[122][123] The couple married in a private ceremony near Toledo, Spain, on June 8, 2017.[124][125] They have four children: daughter Mia, born on April 8, 2016; son Amaro, born on April 8, 2019; daughter Alba, born on April 8, 2021; and son Shai, born in June 2025.[126][127][128] Griezmann's maternal heritage traces to Portugal, with his grandfather Amaro Lopes having played as a defender for Paços de Ferreira before emigrating to France for work in construction, an ancestry that Griezmann has acknowledged as part of his identity.[10][129] The family has provided a stable foundation amid Griezmann's professional relocations, including his parents' eventual support for his early move to Spain at age 14 despite initial reluctance, and Choperena's presence during subsequent club transfers. Griezmann has maintained a low-profile personal life, focusing on family privacy and avoiding public scandals following isolated early controversies.[130]

Philanthropic efforts

In April 2020, Griezmann organized a 24-hour Twitch gaming marathon playing Fortnite, enlisting assistance from fellow footballers Paul Pogba and Ousmane Dembélé, which raised €29,200 for the French Red Cross to support efforts against the COVID-19 pandemic.[131][132] He also participated in Orsen's Solidarity Challenge, a virtual event benefiting the United Nations Foundation's COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund for the World Health Organization.[133] Griezmann has collaborated with UNICEF on initiatives promoting children's rights, including a 2020 FC Barcelona Foundation campaign advocating for every child's access to sport and play, and a 2023 "mug solidaire" product featuring his designs to support UNICEF's work on child rights.[134][135] In December 2024, he urged public mobilization to aid UNICEF teams delivering support and hope in crisis areas.[136] He has donated signed jerseys for auction to benefit various causes, such as the 2017 Nicolaidis YoungWings Foundation event, the 2020 FC Barcelona Foundation via CUPRA, and 2023 relief for Türkiye earthquake victims alongside Álvaro Morata.[137][138][139] In 2021, partnered with PUMA under the "Only See Great" platform, he provided gifts and a motivational video message to children at his hometown club U.F. Mâconnais.[140] These efforts have centered on targeted donations and awareness rather than establishing a personal foundation or driving broad institutional reforms.

Off-field ventures

Sponsorships and endorsements

Griezmann maintained a 14-year sponsorship with Puma, serving as a prominent ambassador for their football apparel and boots until the partnership ended following the 2023-24 season.[141][142] In January 2025, he signed a global ambassador deal with Decathlon, transitioning to their Kipsta boot line and featuring in campaigns for the French sporting goods retailer.[143][144] He has endorsed personal care brands including Gillette, for which he has appeared in France-specific advertising since at least 2017, and Head & Shoulders shampoo.[145][146] Technology alignments include deals with Huawei, promoting their devices alongside his Puma sponsorship, and Beats Electronics headphones.[147][145] Additional partnerships encompass fashion brand Mango and French betting operator PMU, the latter via a 2022 campaign.[145][148] Griezmann's Konami endorsement, covering Pro Evolution Soccer ambassadorship and Yu-Gi-Oh! content promotion, was terminated in July 2021 after a video surfaced showing him and teammate Ousmane Dembélé mocking hotel staff in Japanese.[149][105] Endorsement income has averaged $5-6 million annually in recent years, supplementing his on-pitch salary and contributing to his overall commercial profile.[150][147] These deals predominantly feature European and global consumer brands, reflecting his marketability in France and Spain.[145]

Grizi Esport and business interests

In January 2020, Antoine Griezmann co-founded the esports organization Grizi Esport with his brother Théo Griezmann, initially targeting competitions in FIFA (now EA Sports FC) and recruiting players for international tournaments.[151][152] The venture expanded to include teams in Rocket League, Fortnite, and Rainbow Six Siege, aligning with Griezmann's personal interest in gaming, demonstrated through charity streams featuring collaborations with figures like Paul Pogba.[153][154][155] In November 2020, Grizi Esport partnered with Ligue 1 club Olympique de Marseille to develop esports initiatives, including virtual team representations for the 2020/2021 season.[156][157] However, in October 2021, the Griezmann brothers announced a temporary suspension of operations, citing resource constraints amid Antoine's professional commitments.[158] As of 2025, no major revival has been reported, though the organization retains listings in esports databases for past activities in titles like Counter-Strike.[159] Beyond esports, Griezmann has diversified into startup investments, participating in the Athletico Ventures collective launched in 2023, which pools athlete capital for sports technology and innovation startups alongside figures like Eric Dier and Randal Kolo Muani.[160][161] Notable commitments include a multimillion-euro round for Vicio, a Barcelona-based food delivery startup specializing in burgers, co-backed with Lionel Messi in April 2023; Moka.care, an employee mental health platform that raised €15 million in May 2022; and PowerZ, an edtech firm gamifying education for children.[162][163][164] He has also invested in Sorare, a blockchain-based fantasy sports platform, during its Series A funding.[165] These ventures position Griezmann as an active angel investor, with at least five documented deals emphasizing consumer tech and wellness sectors.[166]

Career statistics

Club statistics

Griezmann's club career spans Real Sociedad (2010–2014), Atlético Madrid (2014–2019 and 2021–present), and Barcelona (2019–2021), encompassing all competitions including domestic leagues, cups, and European tournaments.[40] Across 761 appearances, he has scored 287 goals and provided 128 assists as of October 2025.[40] His contributions include 52 goals in La Liga for Real Sociedad, 133 in his first Atlético stint, 22 for Barcelona, and ongoing output in his return to Atlético, where he surpassed 200 total club goals on October 1, 2025, during a UEFA Champions League match against Eintracht Frankfurt.[7] The following table summarizes his performance by club:
ClubAppearancesGoalsAssists
Real Sociedad2025218
Atlético Madrid45720093
Barcelona1023517
Total761287128
In league play specifically, Griezmann has recorded approximately 230 goals across La Liga and other domestic competitions, with notable UCL output including 32 goals in 75 appearances.[27] His assist figures highlight playmaking versatility, particularly at Atlético, where 93 assists complement his scoring record.[40]

International statistics

Griezmann earned 137 caps for the France senior national team between his debut on 5 March 2014 against the Netherlands and his retirement announcement on 30 September 2024, scoring 44 goals and recording 38 assists in those appearances.[167][168][64] His contributions included key performances in major tournaments, such as 4 goals in 7 matches during France's 2018 FIFA World Cup victory and 6 goals to lead the scoring at UEFA Euro 2016, where France reached the final.[61][2] The following table summarizes his appearances, goals, and assists in select major international competitions:
CompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
FIFA World Cup1772
UEFA European Championship1772
UEFA Nations League2043
[167] Prior to his senior debut, Griezmann represented France at youth levels, including captaining the under-19 team to victory in the 2010 UEFA European Under-19 Championship, where he scored 3 goals in 7 appearances; he also featured for the under-20 (8 appearances, 1 goal) and under-21 (10 appearances, 2 goals) squads.

Honours

Club honours

During his time at Real Sociedad from 2009 to 2014, Griezmann did not win any major club trophies.[6] With Atlético Madrid, spanning 2014–2019 and 2021–present, Griezmann secured two European honors. In the 2017–18 UEFA Europa League, he contributed decisively by scoring both goals in the 3–0 final victory over Olympique de Marseille on 16 May 2018, earning man of the match recognition.[36] Later that year, on 15 August 2018, he opened the scoring in Atlético's 4–2 extra-time win against Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup.[169] These remain the primary club titles attained during his tenure at the club, with no domestic league successes.[170] At FC Barcelona from 2019 to 2021 (primarily on loan in 2020–21), Griezmann won the Copa del Rey in the 2020–21 season, scoring the opening goal in the 4–0 final defeat of Athletic Bilbao on 17 April 2021.[171] This marked his sole major trophy with the club.[80]

International honours

Griezmann contributed significantly to France's victory in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, scoring four goals across the tournament, including the opening penalty in the 4–2 final win over Croatia on July 15, 2018, at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, and earning the Bronze Ball as the third-best player.[172][173] He started all seven matches, providing versatility in attack and midfield while assisting teammates in key moments, such as the round of 16 against Argentina.[4] France reached the final of UEFA Euro 2016 as hosts but lost 1–0 to Portugal on July 10, 2016, with Griezmann emerging as the tournament's standout performer despite the defeat; he scored six goals to claim the Golden Boot and was named Player of the Tournament for his decisive contributions, including braces against Ireland and Iceland.[174][175] In the 2020–21 UEFA Nations League, Griezmann started in the final against Spain on October 10, 2021, at the San Siro in Milan, where France staged a comeback to win 2–1 with late goals from Karim Benzema and Kylian Mbappé, securing the title; he had featured in the semi-final victory over Belgium as well.[176][177] France finished as runners-up in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, losing 3–3 on penalties to Argentina in the final after extra time on December 18, 2022, with Griezmann scoring three goals earlier in the tournament and adapting to a deeper midfield role to orchestrate play.[178] Despite reaching semi-finals in UEFA Euro 2020 and Euro 2024—exiting the latter on penalties to Spain on July 9, 2024—France secured no further major titles during Griezmann's tenure, highlighting his role in sustained contention without replicating the 2018 triumph.[179] Griezmann retired from international duty on September 30, 2024, after 137 caps and 44 goals, having started 84 consecutive matches from June 2017 to March 2024.[4][180]
HonourYearAchievement
FIFA World Cup2018Winner (4 goals, Bronze Ball)[80]
UEFA Nations League2020–21Winner[80]
UEFA European Championship2016Runner-up, Top scorer (Golden Boot, 6 goals), Player of the Tournament[174][175]
FIFA World Cup2022Runner-up (3 goals)[178]

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