Griezmann: The Time to Rise Again
Atlético de Madrid faces a crucial week and urgently needs Antoine Griezmann’s best version. The French player, visibly fatigued in recent matches, must recover his best level to lead the team in the important commitments ahead.
Despite his undeniable talent, leadership, and hierarchy, Griezmann has not shone as expected in recent encounters, showing a worrying lack of precision and energy on the field. Aware of the Frenchman’s importance in Cholo’s scheme, both the coaching staff and his teammates trust in his prompt recovery.
Griezmann, who will turn 34 soon, has a contract with Atleti until 2026, but his current performance has raised questions about his future. Despite not showing his best level in recent matches, Griezmann has participated in 23 goals this season (16 goals and 7 assists) in 40 matches, numbers that demonstrate his importance to the team.
He is close to reaching 200 goals with the rojiblanca, far surpassing Luis Aragonés who scored 173. In addition, he has scored 11 goals in 44 matches against Real Madrid, including one in the victory at the Metropolitano in the Copa del Rey. This week, Atlético is at stake in the Champions League and in La Liga, so it needs the decisive Griezmann that we all know, one capable of making a difference and guiding the team to victory. It is time for the ‘Little Prince’ to prove his worth and shine again in the red and white shirt.
