Antoine Griezmann issued a spurring group discuss at half-time of France’s 2-1 win over England within the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals.
The French star was in imperious type on Saturday night, being the chief creator of the majority of Les Bleus’ notable alternatives from his new attacking midfield position.
Griezmann would create the profitable purpose – scored by Olivier Giroud – with a improbable cross from the left flank within the second half, however earlier than that he additionally supplied some motivation for his teammates within the dressing room too.
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In accordance L’Equipe, the 31-year-old stated the next to his teammates: “We could by no means play for a World Cup semi-final once more – all of us wish to dwell it. We are able to’t go house tonight guys, we’ve got to do extra.”
Whereas Les Bleus would the truth is lose their first half lead within the 54th minute courtesy of a Harry Kane penalty earlier than retaking the lead within the 78th minute, after which watch Kane miss a second penalty shorty after.
The holders will now face off in opposition to Morocco – the primary African nation to ever attain the ultimate 4 – within the semi finals of the competitors.
