US EditionOliver Giroud Admits He "Didn't Fit" LAFC, but Is Eager to "Challenge Myself One More Time" at Lille
- Olivier Giroud made his final appearance for LAFC on Sunday evening, with the team falling to the Vancouver Whitecaps by a single goal at BMO Stadium.
- Giroud joined LAFC in July 2024 but struggled to fit the team's playing style, especially since the club did not use crosses much, his main strength in the box.
- Throughout his one-year tenure, Giroud scored five goals and made three assists in 37 appearances, while LAFC lifted the 2024 Open Cup with a 3-1 victory over Kansas City.
- Giroud expressed regret that he was unable to contribute more significantly to the team's success but reflected positively on his overall experience, receiving a sendoff that included both applause and a standing ovation.
- Giroud and LAFC agreed to part ways, with the 38-year-old striker set to continue his career by signing with Lille for a new challenge.
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French striker Olivier Giroud is set to join Ligue 1 side Lille after leaving Major League Soccer club Los Angeles FC.The 38-year-old, who is France's all-time top scorer with 57 goals, played for Arsenal, Chelsea and AC Milan before joining LAFC last year and helped them win their first Open Cup title with a
Olivier Giroud bid farewell to Los Angeles FC on Sunday, June 29, putting an end to his sportfully complicated California getaway. The former Montpellierrain announced his imminent return to France, more specifically to Lille. After Paul Pogba at AS Monaco, the best scorer in the history of the Blues is the second world champion to join Ligue 1 this summer. - Mercato: after Paul Pogba in Monaco, Olivier Giroud announced himself in Ligue 1 (Sport…
For 38-year-old Olivier Giroud, the Los Angeles adventure was a disappointment.
The Daily News
Oliver Giroud admits he "didn't fit" LAFC, but is eager to "challenge myself one more time" at Lille
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Olivier Giroud admits his brief tenure at Los Angeles FC was disappointing, although he will cherish the friendships and the trophy he gathered during his year in Major League Soccer.
LA Daily News
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 1-0 loss.
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