France’s Griezmann retires from international football

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France forward player and one of the most decorated footballers, Antoine Griezmann, has announced that he is retiring from international football, Edum News reports. 

The 33-year-old made this known in a farewell message on X on Monday. 

The forward leaves behind an illustrious career with the French national team, where he earned 137 caps, scored 44 goals, and provided 38 assists.

Griezmann played a crucial role in France’s triumphs on the global stage, including winning the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the 2021 UEFA Nations League. He also claimed the Golden Boot at the 2016 UEFA European Championship.

He wrote, “It is with a heart full of memories that I close this chapter of my life. Thank you for this magnificent tricolour adventure, and see you soon.”

Written by Hope James