Didier Deschamps’ preference for Kylian Mbappe over Antoine Griezmann for the France captaincy has reportedly caused Antoine Griezmann to question his future with the national team.Information Guide Nigeria
Hugo Lloris, goalkeeper for Tottenham, announced his retirement from international service following France’s loss to Argentina in the World Cup final in December, leaving the No. 1 position and captain’s armband vacant.
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Live, Study and Work in Canada. No Payment is Required! Hurry Now click here to Apply >> Immigrate to CanadaAccording to the French publication L’Equipe, Les Bleus manager Didier Deschamps has selected Mbappe to assume the enormous duty after carefully weighing the remaining stars of the nation.
Griezmann stated during the World Cup in Qatar at the conclusion of the previous year, “I give everything for France and for Deschamps.”
The forward has become a leader of the French team in recent years and excelled in Qatar, but he is reportedly offended and angry by the decision to hand the armband to Mbappe.
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According to reports, Deschamps regards Mbappe as a ‘legitimate’ option, possibly due to his personality, performances in Qatar, and the fact that he is younger at 24 years old and expected to be a mainstay in France’s national team for the next decade.NYSC Portal
Griezmann believed he should have been selected due to his international experience, his commitment to Deschamps, and the fact that he would be a less divisive pick within the French squad.
In recent months, he has also found a fresh lease on life with Atletico, where he has been in excellent form.
According to the story, after being overlooked, Griezmann did not hide his pain at France’s camp at the national football centre at Clarefontaine.
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Live, Study and Work in Canada. No Payment is Required! Hurry Now click here to Apply >> Immigrate to CanadaGriezmann respects the team’s evolution in light of the retirements of Hugo Lloris, Raphael Varane, and Steve Mandanda, as well as Paul Pogba’s prolonged absence.
While he is still friends with many members of Deschamps’s squad, his lack of captaincy has caused him to question his international future.
Next week’s Euro 2024 qualifying games against the Netherlands and Republic of Ireland are set to play a significant role in determining whether he will remain with Les Bleus.JAMB Result
