Player Details

Name

Olivier Giroud

Pronunciation

uh · li · vee · ay zhee · roo

Height

6' 4"

Weight

201 lbs

Date of Birth

9.30.1986 (37)

Birthplace

Chambéry, France

Position

Forward

Footedness

Left
Latest News
Latest News
Reus vs. Giroud: LA Galaxy, LAFC set for pressure-packed El Tráfico
National Writer: Charles Boehm

Reus vs. Giroud: LA Galaxy, LAFC set for pressure-packed El Tráfico

With local bragging rights and likely the Western Conference No. 1 seed on the line, both sides of Los Angeles have been keenly anticipating Saturday night’s El Tráfico showdown, the third of the season, between the LA Galaxy and LAFC (10:30 pm ET | MLS Season Pass).
Olivier Giroud scores first LAFC goal in Leagues Cup final

Olivier Giroud scores first LAFC goal in Leagues Cup final
Transfer window: Biggest new names of Summer 2024
National Writer: Charles Boehm

Transfer window: Biggest new names of Summer 2024
Top 5 summer signings: Giroud, Miranchuk & more
Voices: Sacha Kljestan

Top 5 summer signings: Giroud, Miranchuk & more
Olivier Giroud makes LAFC debut in Leagues Cup victory

Olivier Giroud makes LAFC debut in Leagues Cup victory
LAFC: Olivier Giroud could debut tonight in Leagues Cup

LAFC: Olivier Giroud could debut tonight in Leagues Cup
Latest Video
Latest Video
WATCH: Olivier Giroud! French legend scores first LAFC goal
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WATCH: Olivier Giroud! French legend scores first LAFC goal

Giroud's header leveled the Leagues Cup final at 1-1 against the Columbus Crew.
Olivier Giroud makes LAFC debut: "It's a great feeling"
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Leagues Cup Wrap-Up

Olivier Giroud makes LAFC debut: "It's a great feeling"
Olivier Giroud arrives at LAFC: "I have big expectations"
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Olivier Giroud arrives at LAFC: "I have big expectations"
Olivier Giroud: LAFC debut in Leagues Cup? 
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Leagues Cup Wrap-Up

Olivier Giroud: LAFC debut in Leagues Cup? 
Olivier Giroud: I'm ready to "give my best" for LAFC
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Olivier Giroud: I'm ready to "give my best" for LAFC
Olivier Giroud: French legend makes LAFC an "instant contender"
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Olivier Giroud: French legend makes LAFC an "instant contender"
Career Summary

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Represented France in three World Cups and three European championships.
  • Led France to the 2018 FIFA World Cup and 2021 UEFA Nations League Trophy
  • Joins Hugo Lloris as the only player to win a World Cup and play for LAFC.
  • Will become the 17th player in MLS history to win a World Cup and play in an MLS match.
  • World Cup runner-up in 2022.
  • UEFA Champions League winner with Chelsea in 2021
  • Won the 2019 Europa League
  • Four-time English FA Cup Winner (2014, 2015, 2017, 2018)
  • Won French Ligue 1 with Montpellier in 2012
  • Three-time English Community Shield Winner (2014, 2015, 2017)
  • Captured the 2017 FIFA Puskas Award.
  • All-time leading goal scorer in France National Team history (57 goals)
  • Top scorer in Ligue 1 with 21 goals in 2011-12
  • Named Ligue 2 Player of the Year in 2010.

PERSONAL:

  • Born in Chambery, France.
  • Was raised in the village of Froges close to Grenoble.
  • His older brother Romain represented France at the U-15 and U-17 national team level.
  • Together with wife Jennifer has four children.
  • Played the Green Goblin in the French-dubbed version of “Spider-Man: New Generation.”
Scouting Report

PROFESSIONAL:

2021-2024 (AC Milan – Serie A):

  • Registered 15 goals and eight assists in 35 Serie A games in 2023-2024, leading AC Milan to a 2nd place finish.
  • Led club to quarterfinals appearance in UEFA Europa League and Coppa Italia in 2023-2024.
  • Scored nearly 50 goals in all competitions for AC Milan.
  • Helped AC Milan win Serie A title in 2021-2022.

2018-2021 (Chelsea English Premier League):

  • Won the 2018 FA Cup.
  • Led Chelsea to the UEFA Europa League in 2019.
  • Scored six goals in UEFA Champions League in 2020-2021, including four goals in a 4-0 Group Stage win over Sevilla.
  • Led Chelsea to the 2021 Champions League Trophy
  • Registered 38 goals and 14 assists in 119 appearances in all competitions.

2012-2017 (Arsenal – English Premier League):

  • Won three FA Cups in 2014, 2015, 2017.
  • Led club to three English Community Shield titles in 2014, 2015 and 2017.
  • Received the 2017 FIFA Puskas Award for best goal of the year.
  • Scored 105 goals and registered 40 assists in 253 appearances across all competitions.
  • Scored 12 goals in 29 total UEFA Champions League games.
  • Left Arsenal as the seventh-leading scorer in club history.

2010-2012 (Montpellier – Ligue 1)

  • Led Serie A with 21 goals in 2011-2012.
  • Helped Montpellier win the Ligue 1 championship for the first and only time in club history.

2008-2010 (Tours – Ligue 2):

  • Scored 21 goals and registered six assists in Ligue 2.

2005-2008 (Grenoble – Ligue 2):

  • Joined his Grenoble from his hometown team Olympique Club de Froges at 13 years old.
  • Played five years in the Grenoble youth academy.
  • Signed first professional contract with Grenoble at 21.
  • Made professional debut on March 27, 2006, as a substitute in a 1-1 draw vs. Gueugnon.

INTERNATIONAL:

  • The all-time leading goal-scorer for the French National Team with 57 goals.
  • His 141 appearances rank third all-time in French history.
  • Won the 2021 UEFA Nations League Trophy
  • Led France to the final of the 2022 World Cup, losing to Argentina in the final.
  • Won the 2018 FIFA World Cup
  • Helped lead France to the Final of 2016 UEFA European Championship
  • Made international debut on Nov. 11, 2011, in friendly vs. United States.
  • Retired from international football after Euro 2024, where he appeared in four games off the bench.