FIFA World Cup 2022 final: Antoine Griezmann prepared to face off Lionel Messi's Argentina

Antoine Griezmann was named man-of-the-match as defending champions France stopped Morocco's historic run to the semi-finals with a 2-0 victory, setting up a final against Argentina on Sunday.

The 31-year-old feels France is all geared up to defend their title against Messi and the Argentinian team, admitting that planning will begin on Thursday.

Griezmann stated in his post-match press conference that any squad with Messi is an entirely different prospect. They have seen almost all of the World Cup matches, witnessed Argentina play and know how they play. They are a difficult side to play and are in peak form.


He added that it's not just Messi, but they have a good side around him, so they know it'll be a challenging game. They are aware that the audience will be very supportive. So, they're going to work tomorrow, speak about it, figure out what to focus on, where they can strike the Argentinian team, and how to protect against them. They will be thoroughly prepared.

Even before the match began at Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar, Antoine Griezmann's redeployment at the heart of France's team for World Cup triumph was lauded as a stroke of brilliance. His recent enthralling performance, stopping Morocco's historic run to the semi-finals, further bolstered such an evaluation.

FAQs:

1. Griezmann was banned for 13 months for what reason?
   Griezmann was suspended from France's national teams in November 2012, along with four other minor players, for disciplinary issues related to a late night out before training.
2. Is Antoine Griezmann underrated?
   Griezmann's international record is widely seen as underappreciated. Despite Mbappe taking all of the attention in Russia 2018, Griezmann earned the Bronze Ball, the official accolade for the tournament's third-best player.