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Logs assist in win Griezmann recorded one assist on one chance created and conceded a yellow card in Sunday's 2-1 win over Real Sociedad.
Impact Griezmann ended the season goalless in the last 11 games but added two assists in the final three rounds. A paltry three goals scored in La Liga were improved by four added in the UCL, but a player of his caliber needs to do better under any circumstance. It will be interesting to see what kind of role he holds next season.
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Goalless in last ten games Griezmann had one shot blocked in Atletico Madrid's 1-1 draw with Sevilla on Sunday.
Impact Griezmann has not found his scoring form since returning from a thigh injury in February. He has delivered just three goals and three assists from his 28 appearances (23 starts).
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Logs assist during start Griezmann logged one assist across 72 minutes during a 2-0 win Wednesday at Elche.
Impact Griezmann logged his third assist of the 2021-22 La Liga season. Despite not playing consistently well across it, he remains Atletico Madrid's only forward receiving regular game minutes.
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Creates two chances in loss Griezmann created two chances and took two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Athletic Club.
Impact Griezmann spent most of the match trying to distribute from deeper in the midfield but that hasn't always been a role that yields great results for him. One would hope that he goes for his first goal in 15 games against Real Madrid, which are fresh off their league success.
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Active off bench in win Griezmann sent in four crosses (one accurate) and made three tackles (one won) after coming off the bench during Sunday's 2-1 win over Espanyol.
Impact Griezmann was part of the attacking trio brought at halftime, alongside Yannick Carrasco and Matheus Cunha, and was the only one among them that didn't appear on the scoresheet. But the forward also contributed immensely for his side, creating some dangerous plays and even sacrificing to help on defense. Griezmann will try to put to an end his 12-game scoreless streak during Wednesday's home clash against Granada.
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Has quiet game in loss Griezmann completed seven passes before being subbed out at the hour mark of Tuesday's 1-0 Champions League defeat against Manchester City.
Impact Griezmann wasn't too effective in the first leg of the quarterfinal tie against City on Tuesday, but he will try to bounce back Saturday against Mallorca, which have conceded 50 goals in 30 La Liga matches this season.
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Fills stat sheet in win Griezmann had four shots (two on target), created two chances, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and made four tackles (one won), one clearance, one interception and one block du...
Impact Griezmann was one of the best men on the pitch here, doing a litlle bit of everything on the offensive end and making the opposing goalkeeper work a lot. The forward even contributed defensively during the second half when the opposition came striking in search of a game-tying goal. After recovering from a thigh injury that made him miss a couple of months, Griezmann is now on his best shape, having started the last three matches alongside Joao Felix on Atleti's offensive line. Up next for him is Apr. 2 home clash against Alaves.
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Assists in win Griezmann provided one assist on two chances created during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Manchester United.
Impact Griezmann provided an assist, setting up Renan Lodi for the winning goal Tuesday. The forward has been in poor form so far in 2021 with only seven goals in all competitions. Griezmann will hope to bounce back against Rayo on Saturday.
MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE
Starts in win Griezmann logged 60 minutes during Friday's 2-1 win over Cadiz.
Impact Griezmann earned the start after recording an assist during an extended cameo against Betis but didn't have much to show for it against a tough opponent in Friday's game. As he's almost back to full fitness following a thigh injury, it will be interesting to see if he starts Tuesday against Manchester United in the UCL.
MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE
Atlético beats Cádiz 2-1 before CL decider at Old Trafford
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Assists teammate as substitute Griezmann had one assist, one shot (on goal), five tackles, three fouls, created one chance and sustained one foul in the 3-1 victory over Betis on Sunday.
Impact Though Griezmann replaced the injured Angel Correa in the 27th minute, it wasn't until the 80th minute that he assisted Thomas Lemar's goal. The forward is always a significant offensive threat, but he has missed significant time lately and it is unclear whether he will make an appearance against Cadiz.
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Called up for Champions League Griezmann (thigh) is in Atletico's squad list for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Manchester United.
Impact Griezmann hasn't played since suffering a thigh injury in a Copa del Rey game in early January, but he has recently rejoined training and was an unused substitute against Osasuna in La Liga at the weekend. He might be fit enough to see some playing time against United, even if it's not in a starting role yet.
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