Giroud has announced his retirement from the French national team after Euro 2024

Olivier Giroud has made the decision to retire from the French national team following the conclusion of Euro 2024. As the leading goal scorer for France, he has notched an impressive 57 goals in 131 appearances and notably claimed victory in the 2018 World Cup.

Throughout his illustrious career, Giroud has donned the jerseys of esteemed clubs including Arsenal and Chelsea before finding his current place in AC Milan. His presence has been integral in Didier Deschamps’ preliminary squad for the upcoming European Championship, which is slated to commence next month in Germany. In a poignant declaration to L’Equipe, Giroud conveyed his emotions regarding bidding farewell to international football, recognizing the significance of clearing the path for emerging talent and discerning the delicate balance of knowing when to step away from the sport at its highest level.

Despite encountering a goal drought during the 2018 World Cup in Russia, Giroud demonstrated his tenacity and prowess by netting four goals in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, including a decisive strike against England in the quarter-finals. His contributions proved instrumental as France progressed to the final, where they ultimately succumbed to Argentina in a penalty shootout.

As he readies himself for a potential farewell appearance for Milan in the upcoming match against bottom-ranked Salernitana, the 37-year-old Giroud is on the brink of commencing a new chapter in his storied career. With his tenure at San Siro drawing to a close next month, he has already pledged his future to Los Angeles FC in Major League Soccer following Euro 2024, having inked a lucrative 18-month agreement with the option for an additional year, signaling an exhilarating new phase for the seasoned striker.