French World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann retires from international football

French forward and 2018 World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann has retired from international football.

He announced his retirement through a post on X, saying, "It is with a heart full of memories that I close this chapter of my life. Thank you for this magnificent tricolor adventure and see you soon."

Nicknamed "The Little Prince", Griezmann was a mainstay in the French national side that saw them win the 2018 World Cup and also finish runners-up in 2016 Euros and the 2022 World Cup.

Having debuted at the age of 22, Griezmann leaves with 137 caps for France, with 44 goals and 38 assists.