TOntoine Griezmann knows better than almost anyone what it means to play in a final of a World. Champion with France in Russia 2018 and runner-up in Qatar 2022the now footballer of Orlando City gave voice to those hours of maximum tension that the protagonists experience before jumping onto the grass. “There is a lot of stress,” he summarized matter-of-factly.
The French striker described the road to the opening whistle as a rollercoaster of emotions. “You are really looking forward to game time, many situations go through your head. Then you arrive at the stadium and see flags of any country, many cultures around, fans of your country with your shirt… There is a lot of joy, a lot of passion and also a lot of pride. But there is a lot of stress until the referee whistles the start of the game.”he explained.
Griezmann will also be very attentive to the final between Spain and Argentina. In both locker rooms he has friends and former teammates, although he acknowledged that he preferred not to write to them before the match. “I wish you the best, but I won’t send you a message just in case it’s bad luck.”he confessed between smiles.
I wish you the best, but I don’t send you a message just in case it’s bad luck.
The Frenchman was able to share a few minutes with Marcos Llorente after the Spanish classification against France. “He is very happy. I think the whole country is very happy. Let them enjoy it because it is something unique and may never be repeated.”he stated. Besides, Griezmann explained the reasons that led him to start a new stage in the MLS with Orlando City. “It was always a dream to finish my career here. I wanted to come in good physical and mental condition. I met with the people at the club and fell in love with their philosophy. Also from the city. “I called my wife and told her that it was the perfect time to come live here and take that big step.”he assured.