When it comes to world champions France, all eyes are on their superstar striker Kylian Mbappe. However, skipper and goalkeeper Hugo Lloris believes the role of striker-turned-attacking-midfielder Antoine Griezmann is equally, if not more important. Griezmann, 31, who has traditionally been a pure striker and performs the same role for his club Atletico Madrid, excelled in a slightly withdrawn role as an  attacking midfielder in France’s Group D opening 4-1 win over Australia recently.

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