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Griezmann apologises to Atleti fans for Barca transfer 'mistake'

Antoine Griezmann bid a tearful farewell to the Atletico Madrid faithful on Sunday, using his final home appearance to issue a heartfelt apology for his previous departure to Barcelona. The French forward, who is set to join MLS side Orlando City this summer, admitted he made a mistake by leaving the Spanish capital in 2019 before returning to cement his status as an Atletico legend.

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Griezmann bags 100th Atletico assist in final home game before MLS move

Antoine Griezmann bid a highly emotional farewell to Atletico Madrid fans on Sunday, marking his final home match before an upcoming transfer to MLS side Orlando City by recording his 100th assist for the club. Team-mate Jan Oblak led the post-match tributes for the legendary midfielder, claiming the Frenchman deserved to win a Ballon d'Or during his glittering European career.

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Revealed: Why Griezmann turned his back on UCL anthem

Antoine Griezmann has opened up on a highly emotional night at the Metropolitano, with the touching reason behind his decision to turn away during the Champions League anthem having been revealed. The French superstar was the standout performer in Atletico Madrid's 1-1 draw with Arsenal, but his focus was as much on the stands as it was on the pitch during his European home farewell.

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Diego Simeone was visibly emotional as he stood beside his teammate Antoine Griezmann and offered a heartfelt tribute. “Thank you for being such a good friend,” the Argentine capta

The Atlético Madrid manager is moved by the thought of the striker’s move to Orlando City next summer. The Spanish capital club’s coach, whose name has become synonymous with steely resolve on the touchline, momentarily let his guard down when discussing the forward’s impending transfer to Major League Soccer. The brief flicker of emotion was enough to remind onlookers that, beneath the tactical diagrams and game-day intensity, football remains a human drama. For the player, the decision to swap the passionate crowds of La Liga for the wide-open spaces of American football—and the very different rhythm of life in Orlando—is a bold one. He will leave behind a dressing room where Champions League nights are routine and arrive in a city hungry for its own soccer success stories. The move will test his goalscoring instincts against a league that prizes athleticism and counter-attacking speed, but it will also offer him a fresh stage on which to prove his enduring quality. For Atlético, the

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Atlético Madrid president on Álvarez’s departure: ‘They treated me like a god!’ The departure of a key player often prompts strong reactions, but few comments cut as deeply as thos

Three words aptly capture the Argentine striker’s current situation. On the face of it, this succinct summary may seem insufficient, yet in the fast-paced world of professional football, brevity often speaks volumes. The player, renowned for his predatory instincts in the penalty box, now finds himself at a career crossroads that can be distilled into an elegant triplet of terms. Fans and pundits alike have pored over his form, fitness and future, but the essence of the matter boils down to these few chosen letters. In the following analysis, we unpack each word, explain why it matters and assess how the forward might respond as he seeks to reclaim his place in the starting XI and, more importantly, in the hearts of supporters who have long admired his flair.

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'I love you' - Simeone gets emotional with Griezmann in press conference

Diego Simeone delivered an emotional and unprompted tribute to Antoine Griezmann during a press conference on Tuesday. As the French forward prepares to leave for Major League Soccer, his manager broke protocol to express profound gratitude and love. The touching moment highlighted their unique bond ahead of the club's vital Champions League clash, signalling the end of a legendary era.

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'This next chapter' - Orlando announce Griezmann signing

Antoine Griezmann has completed a deal to sign for Orlando City, with a view to moving to MLS this summer, the club announced. The former France captain has been linked with a move to the Florida club for weeks, and traveled to the United States to seal a permanent switch Sunday night. He will pen a two year contract with the MLS franchise.

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Frequently asked questions

Lewandowski ist Mittelstürmer – ein klassischer Neuner, technisch komplett, beidfüßig und im Strafraum seit Jahren eine der dominantesten Figuren des Weltfußballs.

Er wurde am 21. August 1988 in Warschau geboren.

Lewandowski trägt die Nummer 9 – seine ikonische RL9-Marke basiert genau auf dieser Zahl.

Je nach Quelle wird seine Größe mit 1,85 bis 1,86 Metern angegeben.

Sein Gewicht wird mit rund 81 Kilogramm angegeben.

Er trägt die Schuhgröße 44 – auch wenn Dani Olmo einmal über die 43 gescherzt hat.

Lewandowskis dominanter Fuß ist der rechte – auch wenn er längst als beidfüßig gefährlich gilt.

Er wurde im Nachwuchs u. a. beim FC Varsovia ausgebildet, bevor seine Profikarriere über Znicz Pruszkow und Lech Poznan Fahrt aufnahm.

Lewandowski besitzt Immobilien in Spanien – aufgrund seiner Zeit beim FC Barcelona – und weiterhin in Polen. Beide Standorte sind Teil seines dauerhaften Lebensmittelpunkts.

Er besitzt eine exklusive Sportwagen-Kollektion. Ein Modell in seinem Portfolio liegt im Wertbereich von rund 320.000 Dollar.

Ja. Acht Jahre in Dortmund und München hinterlassen Spuren. In anderen Wort: Er spricht Deutsch, auch wenn sein Akzent erkennbar bleibt.

Er hat zwei Töchter: Klara und Laura.

Er ist mit Anna Lewandowska verheiratet – sie ist Unternehmerin, Ernährungsexpertin und ehemalige Karateka.

Sein Vermögen wird je nach Schätzung zwischen 85 und über 100 Millionen Dollar verortet. Neben Fußballgehältern spielen Sponsoring und eigene Geschäftszweige eine große Rolle.

Er hat eine enorme Sammlung: darunter die Champions League 2019/20, den UEFA-Supercup, die Klub-Weltmeisterschaft, zahlreiche Meistertitel in Polen, Deutschland und Spanien sowie diverse Pokalsiege. 

Kein einziges Mal. Die große Kontroverse 2020 – das Jahr seines Triples – bleibt ein zentraler Punkt seiner Karrieregeschichte.

Zweimal: 2020 und 2021 gewann er "The Best FIFA Men's Player".

Mehrere sogar und "Lewy" ist der gebräuchlichste. "The Body" stammt aus seiner Dortmunder Zeit. Und "Kleiner Biber" war ein sehr früher Spitzname aus seiner Jugend.

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