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Griezmann 'very happy' as his double sees Atletico Madrid win Europa League

Atletico Madrid have won the Europa League after thumping Marseille 3-0 in Lyon.

Antoine Griezmann scored twice as Atletico swept aside Marseille in Lyon to win the Europa League for the third time in nine years.

France forward Griezmann opened the scoring by punishing Andre Zambo Anguissa's poor touch to coolly slot home, then casually dinked in a second.

Captain Gabi drilled in the third goal late on as Atletico again lifted the trophy they also won in 2010 and 2012.

"I am very happy," said Griezmann.

"I have been working to experience such a moment for many years. I left home when I was 14 for that. We will celebrate. My family is here.

"I don't know how to describe the finish, perhaps cold-blooded."

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