Olivier Giroud - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Converts penalty to salvage draw Giroud scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brest.

Impact Giroud scored once from two shots, putting both on target, across the full 90 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Brest. He nearly scored in the ninth minute when a defender cleared his header following Dilane Bakwa's cross, before eventually equalizing from the penalty spot in the 64th minute after Ethan Mbappe was fouled inside the area. Giroud's powerful penalty struck the underside of the crossbar before crossing the line, securing a point for Lille after the hosts had trailed since the opening six minutes. Giroud has now two goals and two assists in seven Ligue 1 appearances this season.

13 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Managing multiple physical issues Giroud revealed that he continues to manage several physical issues, notably in his ankles, lower back and knee, and recently underwent injections to help reduce inflammation and a...

Impact Giroud continues to manage the physical demands of regular competition at 40, with his right ankle in particular requiring treatment because of longstanding ligament damage. Despite those issues, the striker has remained productive with one goal and two assists across five Ligue 1 appearances this season. Giroud faces competition for minutes up front from the in-form Ayase Ueda, which could allow Lille to manage the veteran's workload when necessary.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Provides two assists against PSG Giroud assisted twice to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Friday's 2-2 draw versus Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Giroud was directly involved in both Lille goals, first setting up Hakon Haraldsson for the opener in the 21st minute before providing his second assist for Dilane Bakwa's 84th-minute strike. The striker also attempted two shots and produced two key passes, highlighting his involvement beyond finishing chances. Giroud has now recorded one goal and two assists through his first two Ligue 1 appearances, establishing himself as both a scoring and creative presence at the point of Lille's attack.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Opens scoring on Sunday Giroud scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Angers.

Impact Giroud netted the opener from a long range in the 11th minute assisted by Nabil Bentaleb. Giroud was not really involved deeply in the game and recorded just three passes and 16 touches. He will aim to surpass his last season's tally of seven goals and he has started the season on a positive note.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for season opener Giroud (knee) is available for Saturday's season opener against Angers, according to coach Davide Ancelotti.

Impact Giroud had left the friendly against Everton with a knee issue, but tests afterward came back clean and he returned to training soon after, all pointing toward this outcome. He's now expected to lead the line for Lille right from the start of the campaign, giving manager Davide Ancelotti his preferred striker option as the club opens its season.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Will resume training Tuesday Giroud (knee) underwent tests after leaving Saturday's friendly against Everton with an injury but they came back clean, and he's scheduled to return to training Tuesday, the club...

Impact Manager Davide Ancelotti had already stated Sunday that Giroud was expected to be available for the season opener against Angers, and the results of these tests confirm that. If the veteran striker doesn't suffer any setbacks in training in the coming days, he should lead the line in Lille's campaign opener this Sunday.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Reassuring news on knee Giroud is expected to be available for the season opener against Angers after his knee scare in Saturday's friendly against Everton, according to coach Davide Ancelotti, per Le Pet...

Impact Giroud was forced off early in the 1-1 draw after his knee twisted, drawing loud applause from Everton supporters as he left the pitch, though he later confirmed the tests conducted since had been reassuring. He is set to undergo further examinations, though initial results have eased concern. Soriba Diaoune could see increased minutes if Giroud is ultimately unavailable.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Lille crushes Toulouse to maintain Champions League push and Lyon snaps winless run

Lille wins 4-0 at Toulouse in Ligue 1 to maintain its strong push for an automatic Champions League place

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Akliouche shines as resurgent Monaco beats slumping Lyon and Lille wins at Marseille

Maghnes Akliouche scores a brilliant individual goal and American forward Folarin Balogun nets a penalty as Monaco rallies to win 2-1 at Lyon for a sixth straight league victory

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

Lyon's 13-game winning streak across all competitions is over after 3-1 defeat at Strasbourg

Joaquín Panichelli helps Strasbourg end Lyon’s 13-game winning streak in all competitions

FEBRUARY 22 • Associated Press

Lens claims Christmas top spot in Ligue 1. Greenwood's late goal helps Marseille beat Monaco

Striker Odsonne Édouard scores with a header in each half as Lens beats Nice 2-0 at home to move back ahead of Paris Saint-Germain at the top of Ligue 1

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Olivier Giroud reveals favorite Arsenal goal as he confirms plans to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo

Olivier Giroud has revealed his plans to emulate iconic striker Cristiano Ronaldo. Giroud returned to France over the summer following a yea...

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • goal

Olivier Giroud reveals favorite Arsenal goal as he confirms plans to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo

PSG begins Ligue 1 title defense with a scrappy win at Nantes, Giroud scores for new club Lille

Vitinha broke the deadlock with the aid of a lucky deflection as Paris Saint-Germain began its Ligue 1 title defense with an unconvincing 1-0 win at Nantes

AUGUST 17, 2025 • Associated Press

'What a city': Son Heung-min lands at Los Angeles FC with plans for trophies, love for Korean fans

Son Heung-min has arrived at Los Angeles FC with great excitement and even greater ambitions for the next stage of his groundbreaking soccer career

AUGUST 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Son Heung-min signs with MLS' Los Angeles FC after a decade at Tottenham

Son Heung-min agreed to a contract with Los Angeles FC on Tuesday, finalizing his move to Major League Soccer after a decade at Tottenham Hotspur

AUGUST 6, 2025 • Associated Press

LAFC reportedly set sights on Tottenham star Heung-min Son as MLS club seeks major summer transfer | Goal.com US The MLS club is in the market for an attacking star following the departure of Olivier Giroud

JULY 24, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Los Angeles FC hosts Dallas after shutout win

A game after shutting out the Colorado Rapids 3-0, Los Angeles FC hosts Dallas

JULY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Los Angeles FC hosts the Colorado Rapids in conference matchup

Los Angeles FC takes on the Colorado Rapids in Western Conference play

JULY 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Los Angeles FC looks to end road draw streak in matchup with Austin

Los Angeles FC visits Austin after playing to a draw in four road games in a row

JULY 4, 2025 • Associated Press

New recruit Giroud feels his aging body can stand rigors of Ligue 1 with Lille

Veteran striker Olivier Giroud feels his aging body can withstand the rigors of the French league and that he has plenty to offer his new club Lille

JULY 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Oliver Giroud admits he "didn't fit" LAFC, but is eager to "challenge myself one more time" at Lille

Olivier Giroud admits his brief tenure at Los Angeles FC was disappointing, although he will cherish the friendships and the trophy he gathered

JUNE 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Olivier Giroud bids farewell to LAFC Despite a standing ovation on his farewell night, Giroud leaves LAFC with just five goals in 37 appearances and struggled to find form in a...

JUNE 30, 2025 • DAILYNEWS.COM

LAFC loses Giroud's farewell match, falling 1-0 to visiting Vancouver Whitecaps LOS ANGELES (AP) — Emmanuel Sabbi scored on Vancouver's only shot on goal, Yohei Takaoka made four saves, and the Whitecaps spoiled Olivier...

JUNE 30, 2025 • THESTAR.COM

LAFC loses Olivier Giroud's farewell match, falling 1-0 to Vancouver Whitecaps

Emmanuel Sabbi scored in the first half, Yohei Takaoka made four saves and the Vancouver Whitecaps spoiled Olivier Giroud’s farewell match with a 1-0 victory over Los Angeles FC

JUNE 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Con pena y sin gloria, Olivier Giroud se despide entre las sombras del LAFC Olivier Giroud dejará de ser jugador del LAFC este domingo, tras llegar a un acuerdo mutuo con el cl...

JUNE 27, 2025 • SACBEE.COM

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