Antoine Griezmann now only behind Thierry Henry in the assist charts for France

Antoine Griezmann played a starring role for France in a repeat of 2018 World Cup Final as world champions defeated Croatia 4-2 in UEFA Nations League. Despite going behind, Didier Deschamps’ men ended game with a comprehensive victory. Barcelona forward Antoine Griezmann was star of show, scoring one and assisting ar in victory. With win, France football moved to top of ir UEFA Nations League group with two wins from two.

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France beat Croatia in UEFA Nations League

Croatia took a surprising lead in Nations League encounter courtesy of Dejan Lovren, with defender turning and finishing brilliantly within first 20 minutes. However, Antoine Griezmann equalised minutes before end of first half with a close-range finish, with re being eugh time for France to take lead via a fortuitous own goal as well. Anthony Martial’s shot bounced back off post and hit goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic on head before going in to give France lead at break. It was all level in second half, with Josip Brekalo scoring 11 minutes after restart. However, France took lead again through Dayot Upameca's header, with substitute Olivier Giroud wrapping up victory with a late penalty.

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Griezmann France record: Attacker closes in on Thierry Henry's tally

Antoine Griezmann was star of show during France vs Croatia. Frenchman scored one goal and assisted ar. In an all-round performance, Antoine Griezmann also played four key passes while creating two big chances according to Tribuna. With his goal in first half, Antoine Griezmann moved level with Zinedine Zidane in all-time top scorers' list for France. Both Zidane and Griezmann have scored 31 international goals.  

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With Antoine Griezmann assisting Dayot Upmeca’s goal, 29-year-old also registered his 21st assist for Les Bleus. Antoine Griezmann is w only behind French legend Thierry Henry, who provided 25 assists. This is t first Thierry Henry record Antoine Griezmann has come close to when it comes to his exploits with  national team. During Euro 2016, Antoine Griezmann equalled Thierry Henry’s record, with both players scoring six goals for France at Euros. After game, several fans pointed out how Antoine Griezmann performs much better for national team than Barcelona, as y accused Spanish giants of hampering attacker’s career.

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