Published on January 7, 2025 at 7:45 p.m. – updated on January 7, 2025 at 7:48 p.m.
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At 38, Olivier Giroud continues his football career in Major League Soccer (MLS), where his arrival at Los Angeles FC in August 2024 has raised high expectations. ^
The debut on American soil is more laborious than expected for the former scorer of the France team. In 14 appearances, the striker has not found the net, a record which has provoked criticism, but also signs of support, notably from his teammate Maxime Chanot. Former Ligue 1 player, the central defender defended Giroud in the face of media pressure, highlighting the complicated circumstances of his arrival.
Chanot explains the “problem” Giroud
« The problem with Giroud is that he arrived in the middle of the season, it was not easy. He didn’t have a break and we were in full swing for the moment. He arrived in a team that was doing well “, he indicated on RMC. As MLS resumes in February 2025, Giroud will have the opportunity to prove that he can still shine and end his career on a positive note. Maxime Chanot continued: “ He didn’t have a very good season from an accounting point of view because he didn’t score a lot of goals, but he contributed a lot to us. Summarizing it only to its goals would be dishonest ».
Before joining MLS, Olivier Giroud was a centerpiece of the AC Milan attack. For the French center forward, the year 2025 could be decisive. In the United States, he has the opportunity to show that he remains a safe bet, even in a championship known to be physically demanding. Whether in Los Angeles or Milan, Giroud’s shadow always looms. His influence, whether through his performances or his role in the locker room, remains undeniable. Whether he ends his MLS career on a positive note or inspires the revival of his former clubs, Giroud continues to embody a striking figure.
