Arsenal defender William Saliba pours his heart for French football icon Antoine Griezmann. Griezmann, already a prolific performer at both club and international levels, has retired from France duty. Let’s delve into the details.
- Antoine Griezmann’s Retirement:
- Antoine Griezmann, 33, made the huge call to retire from international football on Monday.
Griezmann was a fantastic player with the French national team. He has played 137 caps and scored 44 goals for the national team.
Les Bleus had not seen the last of him. As his last appearance came in a 2-0 win against Belgium in the Nations League.
Griezmann went on to make a stunningly successful senior international career. During his decade at the very top, one capped off thereby winning the FIFA World Cup. Under the guidance of Didier Deschamps. - William Saliba’s Tribute:
William Saliba (23) of Arsenal paid tribute to Griezmann.
Saliba, who plays alongside Griezmann in the French squad, sent his messages on social media.
Saliba, using a crying face and red heart emojis, thanked the ‘magnificent tricolor adventure’ with Griezmann.
He acknowledged the good and the bad moments they shared in French shirts.
William Saliba sends his best wishes for Griezmann
Saliba and his French teammates are preparing for matches against Israel and Belgium after Griezmann left the team.
Didier Deschamps is still to finalize his squad for the Nations League games.
His impressive performances had seen Saliba be in contention for selection.
This could go some way to making this a pivotal moment on the international stage for the young defender.
Since the Deschamps’ squad announcement is yet to come through. Football fans all over the world are curious to know how Saliba will. Bring his bit out in France’s future campaigns. Stay tuned for more updates!
But in Arsenal’s new man at Centre-back, William Saliba. Gives us a quietly etched name in the French football annals. His emergence at Euro 2024 is nothing short of incredible. And it’s not simply about the defensive strength he brings, but the belief he puts in the entire nation.
Griezmann Retires from international football
Just last year, French national team manager Didier Deschamps. Wondered whether Defender was suited to the club football. The young defender’s readiness to begin Les Bleus was now questioned.
Deschamps wanted more focus and ruthlessness in one-on-one situations from Saliba.
However, so did not take personally; instead, he spoke candidly to his coach before Euro camp.
That quiet ambition was the force behind Saliba’s transformation. Mikel Arteta, in whose team he has already proven himself at Arsenal, initially distrusted him, but he has already proven.
Saliba’s resolve was formed by hard work and loan spells. At Euro 2024, a point to prove, he arrived.
Against none of these stars did he let dribble or cause him much of a problem.
He has looked the part, his calmness, his confidence. He’s arguably the best defender probably left in the competition.
It’s been a revelation to have Saliba partnership with Jules Koundé. The two young defenders are something of a perfect fit.
Having had Hugo Lloris in goal behind them, they know each other so well that they exude confidence.
Saliba, however, went head-to-head with Romelu Lukaku. The first real blockbuster “striker vs. defender” duel of the tournament in that round of 16 clash against Belgium.
Saliba won, displaying the sort of man who can cope with top class forwards.
Since he has started playing for Arsenal, he has become a force to reckon. He returns from loan from France in 2022-23 season. He has changed the game. Likewise, he has grown more since then. Frenchman would be necessary for Arsenal’s tittle charge.
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