Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann has shown his relentless capabilities at this year’s FIFA World Cup after leading France to back to back finals at the world’s biggest stage.
The French man begun his first competitive game for Real Sociedad in a Copa del Rey match against Rayo Vallecano and his youth international debut for France U19 against Ukraine.
However, since 2014, the French talisman has gone on to be one of Europe’s elite footballers after he finished in the Balon dor top three Rankings twice in 2016 and 2018 respectively.
He led France to glory in 2018 as their top scorer in Russia and has been absolutely crucial to Les Blues’ appearance in the final again at this year’s Mondial.
Griezmann has been the glue that picks this French team together from defense to attack, has created the most chances in the tournament and has been tipped surprising by many french fans to win the golden ball should France win the tournament.
He also tops the assist chart alongside Lionel Messi as the Atleti forward eyes back to back World Cup titles since Brazil in 1958-1962 respectively.
Although the focus is the final, Griezmann faces tough opposition for the golden ball as Lionel Messi sits with 5 goals and three assists. Kylian Mbappe and Luka Modric remain an option for the award this Sunday.