StaffAntoine Griezmann is an example of a world-class footballer who never gave up on his dreams. After giving trials for many clubs and getting rejected many times because of his size, he finally kickstarted his professional career with the Spanish club Real Sociedad in 2009. His performances helped them win the Segunda Division title in his first season, and five years later, he got signed by Atletico Madrid for a then club-record fee of 30 Million Euros. Since then, his performances have been outstanding, earning him the 2016 La Liga player of the year too beating legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi to it. He was an essential part of the Didier Deschamps France team, which won the FIFA World Cup in 2018, scored 4 goals, and was named Man of the Match in the WC Final. Griezmann is a world-class player with a will to succeed wherever he plays. In 2019, he was signed by Spanish giants FC Barcelona for 120 Million Euros and is now sharing the pitch with none other than Lionel Messi. Let us have a look at Griezmann’s brand associations so far.
Huawei – The French footballing star had signed a sponsorship deal with Chinese Mobile Phone Manufacturing company Huawei in 2017. He is their Global Brand Ambassador. Huawei announced the agreement alongside the unveiling of its latest product, the P10 smartphone. Griezmann is often seen appearing in promotional campaigns for the device worldwide, particularly in his home nation of France.
Puma – Antoine Griezmann had signed a multi-year deal with sporting brand Puma who give them £3.5 million per year for it. He signed this deal in 2015 and has a 10-year contract in total measuring up to almost £35 million.
Head and Shoulders – The French football signed as a brand ambassador for the American shampoo company in March 2017. He appeared in many adverts for the same as well.
Gillette – Antoine Griezmann had signed a personal sponsorship deal with the Proctor and Gamble owned Razor and shaving company Gillette and had featured in many commercials for the company in his home country.
EA Sports – Greizmann made his EA Sports FIFA debut in FIFA 10 and featured on the 2016 edition cover along with the global cover star Leo Messi. He plays the game regularly and even got blocked after buying FIFA coins once.
Beats by Dr. Dre – Antoine Griezmann’s brand association with the global headphones, earphones, speakers, and accessories manufacturer Beats began in 2016. He is often seen using their accessories and headphones when arriving for a game.
HYT – Swiss luxury watchmakers HYT had roped in the French International in 2017 as their brand ambassador. He was himself a customer of the famous brand, which is the only watch brand to display time through fluid mechanics.
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Shashwat Nishant
