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Griezman is officially staying at Atletico

Atletico complete business at French base in Russia

The club's chief executive flew into Istria to oversee the completion of the three deals.

Didier Deschamps gives Antoine Griezmann a few pointers

Griezmann has 'freed his mind' and goals will follow

France boss Didier Deschamps believes Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann is ready to set the World Cup alight after ending speculation about his club future.

World Cup 2018 • 15 Jun 18

Griezmann is sticking with Atletico Madrid

Antoine Griezmann has announced he is staying with Atletico Madrid after months of transfer speculation.

Soccer • 15 Jun 18

Kylian Mbappe is expected to start for France against Australia

Mbappe and Dembele look set to start for France

With several top-notch forwards at his disposal, France coach Didier Deschamps has tough choices to make ahead of his young team's World Cup opener against Australia and the experienced Olivier Giroud could find himself on the bench.

World Cup 2018 • 14 Jun 18

Griezmann is set to announce his intentions before France begin their World Cup campaign against Australia next Saturday

Messi would welcome Griezmann at Barcelona

Lionel Messi would welcome the addition of Antoine Griezmann to Barcelona's ranks as the France forward prepares to reveal where he will plying his trade next season.

Soccer • 10 Jun 18

Antoine Griezmann celebrates after the final whistle

'It was a dream of mine to win a title under Simeone'

Antoine Griezmann was "determined" to land his first major trophy with Atletico Madrid as his brace led to Europa League glory against Marseille.

Soccer • 17 May 18

Antoine Griezmann is wanted by Barcelona

Atletico slam Barcelona over Griezmann pursuit

Europa League finalists Atletico Madrid hit out at Barcelona, saying they were "fed up" with the attitude of the Spanish champions regarding France striker Antoine Griezmann.

Soccer • 08 May 18

Antoine Griezmann scores a crucial equaliser

Europa disappointment as Gunners gift Griezmann

If Arsene Wenger's Arsenal finale is to be a Europa League final in Lyon his side will have to do it the hard way after surrendering a well-deserved lead to draw against 10-man Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their semi-final.

Soccer • 26 Apr 18

Contrasting emotions for Gareth Bale (L) and Antoine Griezmann

La Liga: Griezmann denies Real in Madrid derby

Antoine Griezmann forced a 1-1 derby draw between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid at the Bernabeu but neither Spanish giant will be satisfied with a share of the points as Barcelona close in on the title.

Soccer • 08 Apr 18

Fernando Torres scored on the double for Atletico Madrid

Europa round-up: Dortmund and Lyon dumped out

Borussia Dortmund and Lyon exited the Europa League at the last-16 stage on a night when tournament favourites Atletico Madrid scored five in Russia.

Soccer • 15 Mar 18

Antoine Griezmann's Atletico are now eight points behind Barcelona

La Liga wrap: Griezmann on the mark but Atletico held

Atletico Madrid failed to make up ground on LaLiga Leaders Barcelona as they were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Girona.

Soccer • 20 Jan 18

Griezmann is contracted to Atletico until 2022.

Barcelona 'strongly deny' Griezmann link

Barcelona have dismissed Spanish reports that they are trying to sign Antoine Griezmann from Atletico Madrid.

Soccer • 20 Jan 18

Antoine Griezmann has apologised over tweet

Griezmann apologises over blacked up 'tribute'

Antoine Griezmann has defended himself and apologised after sparking a Twitter backlash by posting a picture of himself on social media in fancy dress as a black basketball player.

Soccer • 17 Dec 17

Diego Simeone is adamant that his future lies with Atletico

Simeone 'absolutely sure' he will stay with Atletico

Diego Simeone has dismissed speculation linking him with the managerial vacancy at Everton and said Atletico Madrid would have to "put up with him" for at least another two years.

Soccer • 17 Nov 17

Luis Suarez scoring the equaliser that denies Atletico Madrid a victory.

Atletico fall short of ending drought against Barcelona

Luis Suarez's 82nd-minute header denied Atletico Madrid a first LaLiga win over Barcelona in seven years.

Soccer • 14 Oct 17

Antoine Griezmann is sticking with Atletico

Antoine Griezmann signs new Atletico contract

Antoine Griezmann has signed a one-year contract extension with Atletico Madrid.

Soccer • 13 Jun 17

World Cup round up: France blunder while Andorra win

A blunder from Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris saw Sweden snatch a dramatic stoppage-time winner to open up the battle at the top of World Cup European qualifying Group A.

Soccer • 10 Jun 17

Leaving Atletico would be 'dirty move' - Griezmann

Antoine Griezmann has pledged his immediate future to Atletico Madrid, saying it would be a "dirty move" to leave the club after their transfer ban was upheld.

Soccer • 04 Jun 17

Griezmann disappoints suitors by committing to Atletico

Antoine Griezmann on Thursday evening pledged his commitment to Atletico Madrid, after it emerged Manchester United's interest in a summer move for the France forward had cooled.

Soccer • 02 Jun 17

Antoine Griezmann remains one of the most prolific attackers in Europe

United cool their interest in Griezmann

Manchester United's interest in Antoine Griezmann has cooled as Zlatan Ibrahimovic's injury means the priority is now on signing an out-and-out striker.

Soccer • 01 Jun 17

Could the French international be on his way to Old Trafford in the closed-season?

Griezmann move to Old Trafford is a six-out-of-ten shot

Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann has said there is a 'six out of 10' chance of him joining Manchester United this summer.

Soccer • 22 May 17

Manchester United's interest in Antoine Griezmann has been confirmed

Griezmann agent reveals 'concrete interest' from United

Manchester United have shown "concrete interest" in signing Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann, who has an exit clause of £85 million, the Frenchman's agent Eric Olhats has said.

Soccer • 25 Apr 17

La Liga: Neymar sees red as Barcelona blow big chance

Barcelona failed to close the gap on LaLiga leaders Real Madrid as they were beaten 2-0 at Malaga, where Brazil forward Neymar was sent off.

Soccer • 08 Apr 17

Luis Suarez (l) helped Uruguay qualify for the semi-finals of the World Cup in 2010 with this save

Football bosses considering 'penalty goal' rule

Video referees could help introduce key rule changes in 25 areas of the game such as awarding a penalty goal for a handball offence on the goal line, soccer's lawmaking body has said.

Soccer • 30 Mar 17

Suarez is dismissed for an elbow on Atletico midfielder Koke

Goal scorer Suarez sees red as Barca advance

Luis Suarez scored and was sent off as holders Barcelona reached a fourth successive King's Cup final after drawing 1-1 with a resilient Atletico Madrid in an action-packed semi-final second leg.

Soccer • 07 Feb 17