Antoine Griezmann

Antoine Griezmann, a celebrated French professional footballer, has achieved remarkable success throughout his career, becoming Atlético Madrid’s all-time leading goalscorer and securing a FIFA World Cup triumph with France. His professional career began with Real Sociedad, where he made his debut in 2009. Over five seasons, Griezmann was instrumental in the club’s promotion to La Liga in 2010 and their qualification for the UEFA Champions League in 2013, making 180 league appearances and scoring 46 goals before departing. In 2014, Griezmann transferred to Atlético Madrid for €30 million, where he quickly established himself as a key player.

During his first tenure, he secured the Supercopa de España in 2014, the UEFA Europa League in 2018, and the UEFA Super Cup in 2018. His prolific scoring saw him net 94 goals in 180 league appearances, leading to nominations for both the Ballon d’Or and Best FIFA Men’s Player in 2016 and 2018. In 2019, Griezmann made a record €120 million transfer to Barcelona, where he contributed to a Copa del Rey victory in 2021. Griezmann’s international career with the French national team has been equally distinguished.

After winning the 2010 UEFA European Under-19 Championship with the France U19 team, he made his senior debut in 2014. He was the top goalscorer and named Player of the Tournament at UEFA Euro 2016, where France reached the final. A central figure in France’s 2018 FIFA World Cup victory, he earned the Silver Boot and Bronze Ball. He also played a crucial role in France’s 2021 UEFA Nations League win and their runner-up finish at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Griezmann concluded his illustrious international career in September 2024, retiring with 137 caps and 44 goals, ranking as France’s third-most capped player and fourth-highest goalscorer.