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02-06-2025
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Antoine Griezmann Inks Atletico Madrid Contract Extension
Griezmann penned an extension on his deal with the Spanish Capital city club on Monday that will see him don the iconic Rojiblancos kit until 2027. Atletico Madrid legend Antoine Griezmann penned an extension on his contract with the Spanish Capital city club on Monday that will see him don the iconic Rojiblancos kit until 2027. 'Griezmann and Atletico have reached a deal to renew the French footballer's contract until June 30, 2027," said Atletico in a statement. The 34-year-old has struggled with form in 2025, last scoring a goal in February as his team finished third in La Liga, ending the season without any trophies. Griezmann joined Atletico from Real Sociedad in 2014. The striker won the Europa League in 2018 and was twice a Champions League runner-up with Atletico before moving to Barcelona in 2019. Griezmann faced challenges with the Catalan giants, winning only a Copa del Rey before returning to Atletico on loan in 2021 and eventually making the move permanent. Atletico and Griezmann will compete in the Club World Cup this summer in the United States, with their first match against Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain on June 15. advetisement The seasoned forward, who clinched the FIFA World Cup with France in 2018, who retired from international football last year, but continued to be active on the club circuit. More To Follow… Location : Spain First Published: June 02, 2025, 21:22 IST
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23-05-2025
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'Forever A Part Of Madridista Family': Real Madrid Confirm Carlo Ancelotti Exit
Last Updated: Ancelotti, who oversaw the Spanish Capital city club from 2021-his second tenure with Real Madrid, is set to helm the Brazilian national side in their quest for a sixth World Cup. Spanish heavyweights Real Madrid officially announced the departure of head coach Carlo Ancelotti at the end of the season, as the Italian gears up to take the helm of the Brazilian national side. Ancelotti, who oversaw the Spanish Capital city club from 2021-his second tenure with Real Madrid, is set to take up the mantle of the Canarinho in their quest for a sixth World Cup. Madrid released a statement that read, 'Real Madrid and Carlo Ancelotti have reached an agreement to bring an end to his time as Real Madrid coach." 'Our club wishes to express its gratitude and appreciation for a man who is a true legend of both Real Madrid and world football," Los Blancos added. Real Madrid President Florentino Perez stated that, 'Carlo Ancelotti will forever be part of the great madridista family. We feel incredibly honored to have had the chance to enjoy a coach who has helped us achieve so much success, but who has also embodied our club's values in such exemplary fashion." Ancelotti, also took to social media platform X, to share a heartfelt message to the Real Madrid faithful. — Carlo Ancelotti (@MrAncelotti) May 23, 2025 'Today we part ways again. Once again, I carry with me in my heart every moment of this wonderful second stint as Real Madrid manager," the Italian began. 'Thanks to President Florentino Pérez, the club, my players, my staff, and, above all, to this unique fan base that has always made me feel like one of them," the 63-year-old continued. 'What we've achieved together will forever remain in the memory of Real Madrid fans, not only for the triumphs, but for the way we achieved them. The magical nights at the Bernabéu are now part of football history. Now a new adventure begins, but my bond with Real Madrid is eternal. See you soon, Real Madrid fans. Hala Madrid and Nothing Else," he added. First Published: May 23, 2025, 17:40 IST
