Griezmann leads Atletico in his final Champions League

Antoine Griezmann made the most of his final home match with Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.

Griezmann didn’t score despite having a few good opportunities, but he led Atletico’s attack along with Julian Alvarez and was named the game’s most valuable player following the 1-1 draw with Arsenal in the first leg of the semifinals.

“It’s a shame I couldn’t find the net,” said Griezmann, who is joining MLS club Orlando City this summer.

“But it will happen in the second leg for sure. We all put in a great effort.”

Griezmann’s best chance at the Metropolitano stadium was a second-half shot that hit the crossbar. He also came close with a strike from inside the area.

The 35-year-old Griezmann missed a penalty kick in the 2016 Champions League final that Atletico lost to Real Madrid.

“We want to reach the final,” Griezmann said. “It’s my dream. I’ve prepared a lot for this match and the one we will have in London, and hopefully we can make it to the final.”