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.”
Griezmann was one of France’s most important players over the past decade and scored a goal in the team’s 2018 World Cup final win over Croatia in Moscow.
The 33-year-old, who struggled at this year’s Euro championship, was one of the key elements in the 2018 and 2022 World Cup campaigns as France took the title in Russia and finished runners-up in Qatar.
Nicknamed Grizou, he was a favourite among his teammates and fans …
