LIVE. Antoine Griezmann: an international retirement provoked by Deschamps ? Secret causes and unspoken things

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A bolt of lightning hit the football planet with the international retirement of Antoine Griezmann this Monday, September 30.

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• &To everyone's surprise, Antoine Griezmann, star and co-captain of the French team, announced his international retirement on Monday, September 30, through a simple press release accompanied by a video of his best moments with the French team. According to Le Figaro, Antoine Griezmann called Didier Deschamps in recent days to inform him of his decision. The main interested party said he was exhausted by the cadences, eager to enjoy his children
• “It is with a heart full of memories that I close this chapter of my life. Thank you for this magnificent tricolor adventure and see you soon,” he wrote before developing a little more in the video. “After ten incredible years marked by challenges, successes and unforgettable moments, it is time for me to turn the page and make way for the new generation. Wearing this jersey has been an honor and a privilege. Since March 2014 and until Last September, I had the chance to experience incredible moments alongside exceptional teammates. We shared victories that will remain forever etched in our memories.”
• The man with 137 caps and 116 starts, 84 of which were consecutive, was no longer really in the wind in Didier Deschamps' sails in recent weeks after a bad Euro. His status had changed and Didier Deschamps no longer saw him as an indispensable element. A coldness had also set in when Kylian Mbappé's captaincy was announced, making him only vice-captain.

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19:14 – “He downgraded himé", “he mistreated himé": former international Jérôme Rothen castigates Didier Deschamps' role

Consultant on RMC Sport, the former international footballer, Jérôme Rothen, did not mince his words on Monday evening, after Antoine Griezmann announced his retirement. For him, the coach of the Blues would be to blame. "The exit, for me, it is not beautiful. It is not beautiful, not because of him. It is not beautiful because of Didier Deschamps. “We have to say what is,” he said, pointing out that “for two years now,” Didier Deschamps has “no longer protected Antoine Griezmann at all,” according to him. “He downgraded him,” he accused. And to analyze: “He felt inferior to some people even though he had the most experience. In terms of quality, he was the only player who stank of football. And he mistreated her."

18:15 – "The French thank you"

“There were tears of sadness in 2016, tears of joy in 2018 and tears of 2022. And so many other emotions. Your 10 years in the French team leave lasting memories in our minds. Dear Antoine, for your actions on and off the pitch, the French thank you!” said the new Prime Minister Michel Barnier on the social network X.

17:50 – The 6th world champion 2018 à retire

After Adil Rami, Raphael Varane, Hugo Lloris, Blaise Matuidi and Olivier Giroud, Antoine Griezmann is the 6th player from this French team, world champion in 2018, to retire. A bit of a shock for many supporters.

Discover the 10 key moments of Antoine Griezmann's career in the French team.

17:25 – When Deschamps was worried about finding a replacement for Griezmann

“When you know the influence of Antoine… As a replacement position for position, I don't like the word impossible, but it's very, very, very difficult to find” the coach had said at the time during Griezmann's absence, putting an end to his record. If since then his presence has become a little less indispensable, the question of his replacement arises.

17:05 – Gabriel Attal comes to greet Antoine Griezmann

Former French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal paid tribute to Antoine Griezmann's career with the French team and highlighted his medal hauls at the last Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris 2024.

16:50 – “Thank you to the great player” says the president of the FFF

“Thank you to the great player who has contributed so much to the French team. Thanks to the wonderful footballer, this fantastic left-hander, who made us all dream with his exploits. Thanks to the warm, humble, generous man, always close to the supporters,” said Philippe Diallo, president of the FFF.

16:25 – Fifa's tribute

World champion and major player in international football, Antoine Griezmann received a sober tribute from Fifa.

16:05 – Griezmann will be back at the Parc in a few weeks

After his international retirement, Antoine Griezmann will of course be less present in France. But you can follow him at the occasion of the match between PSG and Atlético Madrid during the 4th day of the Champions League on November 6.

15:45 – End of international career, but not end of career e;re

The wave of emotion following the announcement of Griezmann's retirement should not make us forget that Antoine Griezmann is not yet retired, he will continue his career in Spain with his club Atlético Madrid where he is still a key element and indispensable.

15:25 – When Griezmann indicated that he did not want to stop

At the microphone of Téléfoot, the Frenchman had announced that he wanted to continue his international career, back on this interview.

15:05 – Varane thanks Griezmann

After retiring from the field a few days ago, Raphael Varane paid tribute to his former teammate of the Blues. “What a player, what an exceptional teammate, my friend! Not only one of the best players in the world, but also a mentality, a heart and a passion worthy of his career.”

“An exceptional player who is ending his career in EDF. One of the most important players in the modern era of our selection. Thank you for the unforgettable memories you gave us, you carried this team for years and greatly contributed to bringing it to the top with numerous titles. Some may think that it is too early to stop right away but I understand and respect your decision. Wearing this jersey always demands more without sometimes bringing the recognition that goes with it. You will remain at ever in the history of the French team. And I will never forget the honour and pleasure it was to play alongside you for so many years. I have never trivialised it. Have a good trip my friend and thank you”. Mbappé punctuated his message of a heart.”

14:20 – When Griezmann said goodbye to the Parc des Princes

The image had made the rounds of social networks. Antoine Griezmann, despite the defeat of the Blues, had taken the time to come and greet the French public all by himself. A final video filled with nostalgia after this announcement.

13:54 – A decision made at the end of last week

According to L'Equipe, Antoine Griezmann made his choice at the end of the week last in intimacy. His partner and his sister were the only ones to have the information of Antoine Griezmann's desire to retire. 

13:24 – 4 finals for Griezmann

Antoine Griezmann played four finals with the French A team: Euro 2016, the 2018 World Cup, the 2021 Nations League and the 2022 World Cup. A record of two wins and two losses.

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