Antoine Griezmann Archives - The Cult of Calcio

Inter Breath Sigh of Relief About Injured Superstar

February 23, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atletico Madrid, Bologna, Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

As initially suspected, Marcus Thuram will miss some time, but he’s not at risk for the return leg of the Champions League clash versus Atletico Madrid. The ace has been diagnosed with an adductor elongation that will cost him two or three games.

Davide Calabria was set to make his Italy return, but he bowed out after suffering a minor thigh problem against Lecce, leaving Spalletti in a pickle.

Lazio Player Ratings vs Atletico Madrid: Aquile Made Settle for Second

December 13, 2023 Davide Kociu Atletico Madrid, Champions League, European Cups, International Football, Lazio, Player Ratings

Atletico Madrid and Lazio clashed in the Spanish capital tonight to do battle over first place in group E. Both sides had already qualified but a potentially more negotiable round of 16 draw beckoned.

France made their way to their second consecutive World Cup final after they defeated Morocco 2-0 in a fantastic encounter at the Al Bayt Stadium

France Player Ratings vs Morocco: Griezmann Leads Les Bleus Victory

December 14, 2022 Ashlee Kiddell France, Morocco, Player Ratings, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022

France made their way to their second consecutive World Cup final after they defeated Morocco 2-0 in a fantastic encounter at the Al Bayt Stadium. Antoine Griezmann put in a brilliant display at both ends of the pitch to help his side as they now head into a showdown against Argentina in the final. So, here's our France player ratings for their 2-0 win over Morocco.

Massimiliano Allegri commented on what comes with coaching Juventus a few hours after the reports about a potential early departure.

Juventus Compile Three-Man Shortlist to Bolster Their Squad

September 24, 2022 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Following an abysmal Serie A start, Juventus are already scouring the market for future reinforcements to bolster their depleted squad. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the record-time Italian champions have identified three high-profile targets for the upcoming transfer windows.

With Barcelona again chasing after Alvaro Morata, Juventus are considering Luis Muriel to replace him. The Blaugrana have resumed pursuing the Spaniard.

Juventus Eye Atalanta Star as Barcelona Target Morata

May 16, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

With Barcelona chasing after Alvaro Morata, Juventus are considering Luis Muriel to replace him. The Blaugrana have resumed pursuing the Spaniard after striking out in January. The Bianconeri have an option to retain him but asked for a discount.

Milan vs Atletico Madrid 1-2: Kessie’s Blunder Condemns the Rossoneri

September 29, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Champions League, International Football, Serie A

Milan suffered late heartbreak at the San Siro as Atletico Madrid came from behind to eke out a 2-1 victory in an enthralling Champions League fixture on Tuesday. Despite the Serie A giants' heroic performance, playing a man down for over an hour eventually proved as tall order against a star-studded Los Rojiblancos side.

Blockbuster Swap Between Barcelona and Juventus Unlikely to Happen

July 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

The talks between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid regarding the swap between Antoine Griezmann and Saul have hit a roadblock. Some reports suggested the Blaugrana offered the French striker to Juventus in exchange for Paulo Dybala, but the deal is improbable because of the gulf in the wages of the two star strikers. Plus, the Bianconeri plan to keep their no.10.

Hungary Hold World Cup Champions to Heroic Draw in Budapest

Hungary Hold World Cup Champions France to Heroic Draw

June 19, 2021 Marko Vrakela Euro 2020, European Championships 2020, France, Hungary

Heroic display from Hungary at the Puskas Arena saw the hosts hold reigning World Cup champions France to a 1-1 draw in an exciting Euro 2020 group stage fixture. Despite entering the Matchday 2 showdown as massive underdogs, the Hungarians managed to hold their ground against an all-star team on Saturday afternoon.

Ronaldo Eyeing All-Time Record in the Euro, Pogba Denies France Rift

June 11, 2021 Enrico Passarella Euro 2020, France, Germany, Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo is ready for the Euro, where Portugal will try to replicate their surprising win of 2016. He will try to break the all-time record as the top scorer for a national team, which currently belongs to Ali Daei, who is five goals away. In the meantime, Paul Pogba denied tensions inside the group after a reported spat between Kylian Mbappé and Olivier Giroud caused by a pointed remark by the Chelsea striker after a recent friendly.

Juventus Give Lukewarm Response After Being Offered Barcelona Star

June 11, 2021 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Antoine Griezmann has not fully lived to expectations since moving to Barcelona and could be on his way out after the addition of Sergio Aguero. President Joan Laporta recently proposed the striker to Juventus, which took note and tabled the discussion for a later time. Considering his giant salary, he would likely be taken in consideration only if Cristiano Ronaldo and/or Paulo Dybala leave the Bianconeri this summer.

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