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The debates over which is the ‘real football’ have been unending among the fans. However, the heated discussions have certainly not affected Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann’s admiration for the Chiefs! Ahead of the Super Bowl clash, the French forward has sent a gift to Kansas City Chiefs star player Travis Kelce who described it as ‘late Christmas‘.

The gesture from the 2018 World Cup winner shows where his loyalty lies in the upcoming Super Bowl game. Let’s look at what special gift the French forward had for the NFL star.

Travis Kelce delighted as he receives a surprise gift from Cheifs fan Griezmann

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Travis Kelce often has made the headlines for his contributions to the Chiefs on the pitch and recently for his relationship with Taylor Swift. However, ahead of their Super Bowl clash against the San Francisco 49ers, the NFL star has made the news because of soccer. French forward Antoine Griezmann sent him a personalized Atletico Madrid shirt with Chiefs written behind it. It is safe to say, that Travis Kelce enjoyed the present Upon receiving the present, he said, “Nice One, I will take it, It’s like late Christmas, We will try to bring the W for you.”

This is not the first time the 32-year-old forward has gifted something to a Kansas City Chief star player. Last year, after the game between the Chiefs and Dolphins in Frankfurt, Antoine Griezmann met with Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Both of them exchanged shirts. On the other side, Kelce was also gifted a shirt from Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt.

There is no doubt that Antoine Griezmann will be happy with the reaction of Travis Kelce. However, as far as future collaborations go, the French forward could have the opportunity to exchange the shirts with him.

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In several previous interviews, the Atletico Madrid star has spoken openly about playing in the MLS in the future. There is no doubt that after the success of Lionel Messi, the French forward could certainly push for the move. His contract with the Spanish giants does end in 2026. But, based on the recent transfer surprises, you never know what the future holds.

Soccer fans in the US would love Antoine Griezmann to play in the MLS. Hence, you never know, maybe his fandom for Cheifs could convince him to sign for MLS side Sporting Kansas City.

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This would also allow him to attend the Chiefs game without any pressure of traveling. Do you see Antoine Griezmann playing in MLS in future ? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.