It would be normal to think that there’s nothing that couldruin your night when you scored a brace after your team was trailing by two in a Champions League game. However, Antoine Griezmann found a way to do so.
The French superstar made the Wanda Metropolitano gowild when he put two past Liverpool to put things level after a poor start to the game by Atletico Madrid. The former Barcelona forward was having a great night, yet he ruined what could have been a memorable performance.
Griezmann was sent off early in the second half for a reckless challenge on Roberto Firmino throwing an unnecessary, karate kick that led to hilarious memes on the Internet. Here, check out some of them.
Funniest memes and reactions from Griezmann’s kick to Firmino
Griezmann could have capped off a fantastic night in Madrid by helping his team to have a quick recovery from a slow start but he ended up leaving Diego Simeone‘s side down to ten men.
And the way he was sent off left a lot to be desired. So, shortly after his ugly challenge earned him a red card, it wasn’t surprising to see how many fans were all over social media sharing the best memes of the night.
Martin O'Donnell is a bilingual sports writer fluent in English and Spanish, currently serving as the Editor of Bolavip. He began his journey with the website in February 2021, making a name for himself through comprehensive coverage of soccer, NFL, and NBA, with a specialty in real-time reporting of major events such as the World Cup, UEFA Champions League finals, and the Super Bowl. In June 2024, Martin took on the role of Subeditor, where he excelled in overseeing the publication of stories, assisting staff writers, and ensuring content quality. His prior experience includes managing social media for CONMEBOL Libertadores and Sudamericana in English and Spanish, as well as reporting on Brazilian football for Sambafoot. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and ability to capture breaking news, Martin has consistently been a valuable asset to the Bolavip team, especially during crucial sports seasons involving trades, playoffs, and finals. Now, as the Editor, Martin brings his extensive experience and keen editorial sense to lead Bolavip’s team, driving the website's growth and ensuring it remains a top source for sports news and analysis.
