Antoine Griezmann is a French footballer. He plays as a forward or attacking midfielder for Atlético Madrid in Spain. He will officially join Orlando City in Major League Soccer in July 2026. He is considered one of the best strikers of his generation.
He started his senior career at Real Sociedad in 2009, having come through their youth system, and won the second division title in his first season. In 2014, he joined Atlético Madrid for a club‑record €30 million. In his second season, he was named La Liga’s Best Player and helped Atlético reach the Champions League final. He finished third for both the Ballon d’Or and Best FIFA Men’s Player.
Two years later, he won the Europa League and was named Player of the Tournament. In 2019, after years of transfer rumors, he left Atlético for Barcelona in a €120 million deal, making him one of the most expensive players ever. He won the Copa del Rey in 2021, his first major domestic trophy, but his form dropped. Before the 2021‑22 season, he returned to Atlético and became the club’s all‑time top scorer in early 2024.
Griezmann won the Under‑19 European Championship with France in 2010 and made his senior debut for France in 2014. He has 137 caps and 44 goals, ranking third in caps and fourth in goals for France, and is also their leading assist provider. At Euro 2016 on home soil, he was the top scorer and Player of the Tournament as France finished as runners‑up.
At the 2018 World Cup, he won the Silver Boot and Bronze Ball and was man of the match in the final as France won the title. At the 2022 World Cup, he played as an attacking midfielder as France again finished as runners‑up. He retired from international football in 2024.
5 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Antoine Griezmann
Three Children, One Birthday – April 8
Antoine’s three kids – Mía, Amaro, and Alba – were all born on April 8th. Different years, same date. He told CNN in 2025 that it’s a “total coincidence,” not planned. That makes the family’s annual birthday celebrations a single, special event. One cake, three candles, triple the joy. A statistical miracle that keeps party planning simple.
From the Stands to the Stage – His Dance and His Love
Antoine Griezmann’s “Hotline Bling” celebration, inspired by Drake, shows his fun personality. He once joked that a missed penalty for France was because his wife Erika wasn’t in the stadium. He was so used to her as his good‑luck charm that her absence, he lightheartedly claimed, threw off his game. A man who dances and blames his wife – classic.
Pokémon Cards for a Match Shirt
In a beautiful gesture, Antoine Griezmann swapped his match‑worn shirt with a young fan in exchange for a set of Pokémon cards. The wholesome trade showed he values childhood treasures as much as professional memorabilia. A football icon who remembers the joy of collecting cards. Priorities straight: a kid’s smile over another jersey for his wall.
NBA Superfan Who’d Skip Football for Basketball
Antoine Griezmann’s biggest passion outside football is the NBA. He’s a devoted jersey collector and admits if forced to choose, he’d rather watch an NBA game than a football match. He follows stars like Isaiah Thomas and Russell Westbrook, using basketball as his primary way to decompress. A French footballer with an American soul.
Deeply Catholic with Powerful Ink
Antoine Griezmann is a fervent Catholic. He has extensive religious tattoos – a portrait of Jesus on his upper arm, rosary beads, clouds, and the word “HOPE” across his knuckles. He credits his mother for his faith, saying, “By influence, I bathe in religion since childhood.” His body is a canvas of belief and devotion.
FAQs
Q. Which club does Antoine Griezmann play for?
A. Antoine Griezmann currently plays for Atlético Madrid.
Q. Which MLS club will Griezmann join in 2026?
A. Griezmann will officially join Orlando City in July 2026.
Q. What major international trophy did Griezmann win with France?
A. Griezmann helped France win the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Q. What record did Griezmann achieve with Atlético Madrid in 2024?
A. Griezmann became Atlético Madrid’s all-time leading goalscorer in early 2024.
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