ANTOINE GRIEZMANN NEWS

Fills stat sheet in win Griezmann had four shots (two on target), created two chances, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and made four tackles (one won), one clearance, one interception and one block du...

Impact Griezmann was one of the best men on the pitch here, doing a litlle bit of everything on the offensive end and making the opposing goalkeeper work a lot. The forward even contributed defensively during the second half when the opposition came striking in search of a game-tying goal. After recovering from a thigh injury that made him miss a couple of months, Griezmann is now on his best shape, having started the last three matches alongside Joao Felix on Atleti's offensive line. Up next for him is Apr. 2 home clash against Alaves.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Atlético wins 1-0 at Rayo, Osasuna player helps Ukraine

Atlético Madrid extended its hot streak with a 1-0 win at Rayo Vallecano in the Spanish league after Koke Resurrección scored the second-half winner in Saturday’s capital derby

MARCH 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Clauss, Nkunku receive 1st call-ups for French national team

Lens defender Jonathan Clauss and Leipzig forward Christopher Nkunku have received their first call-ups to France's national team

MARCH 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists in win Griezmann provided one assist on two chances created during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Manchester United.

Impact Griezmann provided an assist, setting up Renan Lodi for the winning goal Tuesday. The forward has been in poor form so far in 2021 with only seven goals in all competitions. Griezmann will hope to bounce back against Rayo on Saturday.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in win Griezmann logged 60 minutes during Friday's 2-1 win over Cadiz.

Impact Griezmann earned the start after recording an assist during an extended cameo against Betis but didn't have much to show for it against a tough opponent in Friday's game. As he's almost back to full fitness following a thigh injury, it will be interesting to see if he starts Tuesday against Manchester United in the UCL.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Atlético beats Cádiz 2-1 before CL decider at Old Trafford

João Félix kept up his fine scoring form to help Atlético Madrid beat Cádiz 2-1 at home in the Spanish league before Diego Simeone’s team heads to Manchester United for their Champ...

MARCH 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists teammate as substitute Griezmann had one assist, one shot (on goal), five tackles, three fouls, created one chance and sustained one foul in the 3-1 victory over Betis on Sunday.

Impact Though Griezmann replaced the injured Angel Correa in the 27th minute, it wasn't until the 80th minute that he assisted Thomas Lemar's goal. The forward is always a significant offensive threat, but he has missed significant time lately and it is unclear whether he will make an appearance against Cadiz.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Champions League Griezmann (thigh) is in Atletico's squad list for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Manchester United.

Impact Griezmann hasn't played since suffering a thigh injury in a Copa del Rey game in early January, but he has recently rejoined training and was an unused substitute against Osasuna in La Liga at the weekend. He might be fit enough to see some playing time against United, even if it's not in a starting role yet.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Slumping Atlético visits Osasuna before facing Man United

Atlético Madrid has one more game to find its form before facing Manchester United in a Champions League match critical to salvaging its season

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to training Griezmann (thigh) is back in training and hopes to be available against Osasuna, according to Javi Gomez.

Impact Griezmann was spotted in training and is reported to be available against Osasuna in a minor capacity. Barring any set-backs it appears Griezmann will be fully available against Manchester United in the Champions League.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New-look Barcelona attack takes on Atlético's shaky defense

Barcelona’s revamped attack will host an Atlético Madrid side seeking to restore its once vaunted defense on Sunday in the Spanish league at Camp Nou

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Barcelona completing Aubameyang deal, no move for Dembélé

Barcelona was close to making official the signing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang after reaching a deal with the Arsenal striker in the final minutes of the transfer window

JANUARY 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Simeone losing magic touch in his 10th year at Atlético

This season was supposed to be Diego Simeone’s chance to firmly establish Atlético Madrid as Spain’s top team and cap his incredibly successful decade as its coach

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not in training Griezmann (thigh) was not in training with Atletico on Thursday, according to Belen Sanchez Garcia of La Sexta deportes.

Impact Griezmann has missed four consecutive La Liga matches with various injuries, and he will be a doubt for Saturday's clash against Valencia as well. Angel Correa (undisclosed) is also questionable, meaning Joao Felix or Matheus Cunha might get an opportunity to start alongside Luis Suarez in the game.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Villarreal Griezmann (thigh) is not in Atletico's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Villarreal.

Impact Griezmann's injury he suffered in the Copa del Rey on Thursday has kept him out on Sunday as well. There is no timetable for his return at the moment, but he has two weeks to recover before Atletico's next La Liga game after this one on Jan. 22.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: PSG without Messi, Klopp back in Liverpool dugout

Runaway French league leader Paris Saint-Germain will be without Lionel Messi and several other players who had the coronavirus for the trip to face Lyon

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Villarreal, Osasuna lose in Copa upsets; Atlético rolls

Villarreal and Osasuna have been eliminated by lower-division rivals from the Copa del Rey

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suffers injury in Copa del Rey Griezmann (illness) subbed into Thursday's Copa del Rey victory against Rayo Majadahonda in the 57th minute, and he scored a goal before having to leave the pitch injured after all...

Impact Griezmann has had a rough month or so, first having to miss a few games with a muscle strain he suffered in the Madrid derby, then testing positive for COVID-19 just before the new year and now getting injured once again in his first appearance back. More information will likely emerge in the coming days, but Matheus Cunha or Joao Felix could fill in for him in the front two with Luis Suarez suspended for Sunday's La Liga clash against Villarreal if necessary.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Getafe ends Madrid's unbeaten streak; virus-hit Barça wins

Getafe has ended Real Madrid’s 15-game unbeaten streak in all competitions after defeating the Spanish league leaders 1-0 in the capital derby

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: Chelsea vs. Liverpool; virus-hit Barça at Mallorca

It will be intriguing to see whether Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel starts Romelu Lukaku against Liverpool or if the striker even features in the clash between top-four rivals

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tests positive for COVID-19 Griezmann (strain) has tested positive for COVID-19, Atletico announced Thursday.

Impact Griezmann missed Atletico's final two games of 2021 with a muscle strain, and he will now be out at least another week while in isolation. Angel Correa or Matheus Cunha would likely fill in for him in the front two against Rayo on Sunday.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: EPL down to 2 games; Sevilla hosts Atlético

Thanks to the coronavirus, the English Premier League fixture list on Saturday has been slashed from six games to two

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Real Madrid hit by virus outbreak before hosting Cádiz

Real Madrid will be without midfielder Luka Modric and five other players when the team hosts Cádiz on Sunday after they tested positive for COVID-19

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Likely out two weeks Griezmann is set to miss two-three weeks with the muscle strain he suffered during the Madrid derby.

Impact Griezmann is set to be sidelined until after the winter break as he returns from a muscular issue. The forward will likely be replaced by Joao Felix, who figures to be an equally talented replacement.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in derby loss Griezmann took a shot on target and created a chance in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Griezman was subbed out at halftime on Sunday with a possible muscle strain, but he has a week to recover before Saturday's clash against Sevilla.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE