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Atletico’s Griezmann beats Messi, Ronaldo for La Liga player award

ByAFP, Madrid
Oct 25, 2016 11:47 AM IST

Griezmann beat the two most popular contenders, Messi and Ronaldo, for the award.

Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann was named La Liga player of the season for 2015/16 on Monday, ahead of the likes of star duo Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Griezmann beat the two most popular contenders, Messi and Ronaldo, for the award.(AP)
Griezmann beat the two most popular contenders, Messi and Ronaldo, for the award.(AP)

Atletico’s Diego Simeone also took the coach of the season award while Barcelona’s Uruguay striker Luis Suarez was named the top non-EU player.

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Curiously, though, Barca’s Argentina international Messi was recognised as the best forward at the award ceremony in Valencia.

Atletico dominated the awards as Jan Oblak was best goalkeeper, Diego Godin top defender and Frenchman Griezmann also claimed the fans’ award.

Real Madrid weren’t left empty-handed, though, as Luka Modric was named best midfielder.

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