Kieran Trippier wary of Antoine Griezmann threat amid focus on Kylian Mbappe

While much of the focus has been on how to find a way to halt France star Kylian Mbappe, England full-back Kieran Trippier has underlined the importance of foiling former neighbour and team-mate Antoine Griezmann.

The reigning World Cup champions provide a tough obstacle for Gareth Southgate's team to overcome at Al Bayt Stadium in Saturday evening's quarter-final.

Given it is an even-looking clash that could be decided on a moment of magic, much of the pre-match talk has surrounded the importance of shackling Golden Boot leader Mbappe in Al Khor.

But France's squad is awash with talent and Trippier has highlighted the threat of his former Atletico Madrid team-mate Griezmann, who has played 71 consecutive games for the national team.

"I didn't even know that," the England right-back said when told of that run. "I was lucky to play with him.

"You see his talent throughout his career and when you play with him you see his individual talent.

"He picks up spaces. He scores goals as well. He is one of those when even in training he is clever where he picks up space.

"He just drifts and is certainly a player to keep an eye on. He has the individual quality to find a pass, score a goal and arrive in the box.

"Griezy is a fantastic player, and one we have to be aware of."

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The last France game Griezmann missed was in June 2017 - a 3-2 friendly win against England, which saw Trippier make his international debut.

The 32-year-old defender now has 40 caps under his belt and scored in the 2018 World Cup