France boss stunned as World Cup winner and 137-cap legend shockingly RETIRES from international duty – Cannasumer

France boss stunned as World Cup winner and 137-cap legend shockingly RETIRES from international duty


FRANCE star Antoine Griezmann has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 33.

The Atletico Madrid player made 137 appearances for his country, scoring 44 goals in that time.

File photo dated 18/12/22 of France forward Antoine Griezmann, who has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 33. Issue date: Monday September 30, 2024. PA Photo. See PA story SOCCER Griezmann. Photo credit should read: Martin Rickett/PA Wire
Antoine Griezmann has revealed his retirement from international football
MUNICH, GERMANY - JULY 09: Didier Deschamps, Head Coach of France, speaks to the media in a post match press conference following the team's defeat and elimination from UEFA EURO 2024 in the UEFA EURO 2024 Semi-Final match between Spain and France at Munich Football Arena on July 09, 2024 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Joosep Martinson - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images)
Manager Didier Deschamps revealed that the pair had a long discussion about it
(FILES) France's forward Antoine Griezmann (L) jokes with France's head coach Didier Deschamps during a training session in Clairefontaine-en-Yvelines on March 21, 2023 as part of the team's preparation for upcoming UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament qualifying matches. France's 2018 World Cup-winning star Antoine Griezmann on September 30, 2024 announced his retirement from international football, bringing to an end a 10-year career with his country. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP) (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)
Griezmann and Deschamps have a close relationship

Griezmann has been a key member of the France squad under manager Didier Deschamps since making his debut under him in 2014.

The LaLiga winger’s social media statement read: “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.

“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.”

Deschamps said: “We’ve had a long discussion about his retirement recently.

“Since his debut in the France team 10 years ago we’ve had a relationship based on trust and frankness.

“Even if his club career is not over, Antoine will remain a monument of French football, one of the greatest players in its history.

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“It was often said that he was my favourite. We indeed had built a very strong relationship, that will remain intact.

“From the bottom of my heart, thank you for everything, Grizou.”


Griezmann helped his nation win the 2018 World Cup.

His Man-of-the-match performance put France 2-1 ahead with a penalty before a 4-2 victory over Croatia in Russia six years ago.

The end of his World Cup adventure was marked by another final at Qatar 2022, playing 71 minutes of France’s eventual shootout defeat to Argentina.

He was announced as the nation’s new vice-captain following the retirement of Hugo Lloris, with Kylian Mbappe named skipper in March 2023.

He started for France in a 3-1 Nations League defeat by Italy in September, before his last appearance came as a sub in a 2-0 win against Belgium three days later.

Griezmann has revealed his decision prior to the next international break in October when France play Israel and Belgium in the Nations League.

He also won the 2021 Nations League with his country.

The forward was top scorer at Euro 2016 with six goals as hosts France finished runners-up, losing to Portugal in the final.

MOSCOW, RUSSIA - JULY 15: (Editors Note - This image has been digitally enhanced) Antoine Griezmann of France poses with the Champions World Cup trophy after the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Final between France and Croatia at Luzhniki Stadium on July 16, 2018 in Moscow, Russia. (Photo by Michael Regan - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
Griezmann was instrumental in France winning the 2018 World Cup
(FILES) France's forward Antoine Griezmann celebrates with the trophy at the end of the Nations League final football match between Spain and France at San Siro stadium in Milan, on October 10, 2021. France's 2018 World Cup-winning star Antoine Griezmann on September 30, 2024 announced his retirement from international football, bringing to an end a 10-year career with his country. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP) (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)
Griezmann also won the Nations League in 2021

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