Griezmann and Celta: A Scoring Connection
Atlético de Madrid is preparing to host Celta de Vigo at the Metropolitano, a crucial match in the fight for LaLiga. The Rojiblancos’ hopes are focused on Antoine Griezmann, a key player in the game plan. The Frenchman, with 15 goals and seven assists, is the team’s second-highest scorer.
Although he didn’t score in the last two matches, his record against Celta inspires optimism. Griezmann has scored 11 goals in 24 matches against Celta in LaLiga, being the opponent he has scored the most goals against with the Atlético shirt in this competition.
Ten of those goals were scored in his 16 matches as a Colchonero player. Since his arrival at the club in the 2014-2015 season, Griezmann has been a constant nightmare for Celta, scoring against them in almost every season, whether in LaLiga or Copa.
Among his most outstanding performances against Celta is the brace in the 0-4 victory at Balaídos during the 2016-2017 season. His goal in the 88th minute at the Calderón in a very hard-fought match is also remembered.
More recently, in the 2023/24 season, Griezmann shone with a ‘hat-trick’ at Balaídos, contributing to a resounding victory for Atlético. Undoubtedly, Griezmann is a decisive player for Atlético and his special scoring connection with Celta could be key to adding three vital points in LaLiga.
