Published 12:53 IST, November 5th 2020
Griezmann draws flak from Barcelona fans after missing a sitter against Dynamo Kyiv
Barcelona star Antoine Griezmann was heavily criticised by fans on social media after the 29-year-old missed an open goal vs Dynamo Kyiv in the UCL.
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It is fair to say that Antoine Griezmann hasn't quite struck form of his life since joining Barcelona in 2019. French international has struggled for goals and confidence and has been often criticised by fanbase this season for his lack of form. 2018 World Cup winner was again in news for all wrong reasons after he missed a sitter in Barcelona's Champions League game against Dynamo Kyiv.
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Barcelona vs Dynamo Kyiv: Blaugrana fans shocked by Griezmann miss
Antoine Griezmann's sorry start to 2020-21 season continued after he missed a sitter Champions League clash against Dynamo Kyiv. 29-year-old has netted only a solitary goal so far this campaign and had chance to add to tally on Wednesday.
2018 World Cup winner was clear on goal after Kyiv's keeper Ruslan Neshcheret parried an Ansu Fati shot straight into his path. Instead of doubling Barcelona's lead by burying it into goal, Griezmann somehow mand to strike it wide and hit side netting.
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French international was naturally dejected much like Barcelona fans online, who slammed French international's goal-scoring drought. Fans were visibly shocked at nature of Griezmann miss, with many labelling it as worst miss of his career.
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Some supporters asked 29-year-old to step out of shadows as he is tasked with replacing Luis Suarez's goals up front. French international is yet to score in Champions League this season, despite featuring against both Juventus and Dynamo Kyiv. former Atletico Madrid star's only goal of season came last weekend in 1-1 draw with Alaves at Mendizorrotza Stadium.
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Despite Griezmann's poor form, Barcelona are atop UCL table in Group G. Lionel Messi and co have won all ir games so far and will look to continue that vein of form.
Or UCL results on Wednesday saw Juventus claim a 4-1 win over Ferencváros with Alvaro Morata scoring a brace. Dortmund romped to a 3-0 win over Club Brugge, while Sevilla clinched a 2-1 win over Krasdar. Chelsea clinched yet ar clean sheet with a 3-0 win over Rennes, while last year's finalists Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) went down to RB Leipzig away from home. Manchester United suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to Istanbul Basaksehir, while Lazio and Zenit settled for a 1-1 draw.
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(Im Courtesy: Barcelona Instagram)
12:53 IST, November 5th 2020