Olivier Giroud
Match Analysis: Ecuador 0-0 France
Sports Mole observes all of the action as France draw 0-0 with Ecuador, leaving Didier Deschamps and his men with a safe passage into the next round of the World Cup.
Jun 25, 23:47
Arsenal's new Puma kit on sale in China before official release?
Arsenal's new Puma kit appears to have gone on sale in China before the official release date.
Jun 25, 13:31
Arsene Wenger dismisses Mario Balotelli rumours
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says speculation regarding a potential move for AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli is "pure invention".
Jun 25, 08:27
Arsenal's Olivier Giroud wants to improve scoring record
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud says that he wants to improve his goalscoring record.
Jun 23, 11:20
Olivier Giroud eyes top spot for France
France striker Olivier Giroud reveals that his team is eager to finish in first place in their group at the World Cup.
Jun 22, 13:04
Steve von Bergen ruled out of World Cup
Switzerland defender Steve von Bergen is sidelined for the rest of the World Cup after fracturing his eye socket against France.
Jun 21, 18:57
Player Ratings: France 5-2 Switzerland
Sports Mole rates all of the players involved in France's 5-2 destruction of Switzerland in Group E of the World Cup.
Jun 20, 23:43
France cruise past Switzerland
France close in on a place in the last 16 at the World Cup following a 5-2 win over Switzerland.
Jun 20, 21:53
Half-Time Report: France in control against Switzerland
France cruise to a 3-0 half-time lead over Switzerland in their World Cup match, despite missing a penalty.
Jun 20, 20:47
Team News: No Paul Pogba for France
France and Switzerland both make two changes to their starting lineups for their Group E clash at the World Cup.
Jun 20, 19:14
Live Commentary: Switzerland 2-5 France - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you all of the live action as Switzerland take on France in Group E of the World Cup in Brazil.
Jun 20, 19:00
Didier Deschamps: 'Olivier Giroud ready to impress'
Didier Deschamps insists that Olivier Giroud is not feeling down after starting on the bench for France's World Cup opener last week.
Jun 20, 03:07
Arsenal consider Ezequiel Lavezzi move?
Arsenal will reportedly make a bid in the region of £15m for Paris Saint-German winger Ezequiel Lavezzi.
Jun 18, 08:07
Team News: Arsenal duo Laurent Koscielny, Olivier Giroud left out for France's World Cup opener
Arsenal's Laurent Koscielny and Olivier Giroud are both on the France bench for Les Bleus' opening World Cup fixture against Honduras.
Jun 15, 19:21
Live Commentary: France 3-0 Honduras - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live World Cup coverage as France take on Honduras in the second fixture of Group E at the Estadio Beira-Mar.
Jun 15, 19:00
Preview: France vs. Honduras
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Group E match between France and Honduras.
Jun 13, 19:38
Olivier Giroud keen to face Honduras
France striker Olivier Giroud admits that he would be disappointed not to start his nation's World Cup opener against Honduras on Sunday.
Jun 12, 22:07
France play down Laurent Koscielny fitness fears
France's team doctor Franck Le Gall plays down concerns over the fitness of Laurent Koscielny, despite the centre-back missing training yesterday.
Jun 12, 21:02
Arsenal duo Olivier Giroud and Laurent Koscielny sit out France training
Arsenal duo Laurent Koscielny and Olivier Giroud both sit out of France's training session on Wednesday, with Les Bleus staff insisting that the pair were simply resting.
Jun 12, 12:40
Olivier Giroud wants starting spot for France
Olivier Giroud claims that he should be starting for France during their opening World Cup match against Honduras on Sunday.
Jun 11, 23:31
Olivier Giroud: 'Arsenal will sign a striker'
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud believes that club will be signing another striker during this summer's transfer window.
Jun 11, 16:44
France thrash Jamaica
France beat Jamaica 8-0 in their final match ahead of the start of the World Cup in Brazil.
Jun 8, 21:55
Live Commentary: France 8-0 Jamaica - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you all of the live action as France thrash Jamaica 8-0 in their final friendly fixture before the start of the World Cup.
Jun 8, 19:30
Olivier Giroud: 'France have a good chance at World Cup'
Olivier Giroud believes that France have a "good chance" of World Cup glory in Brazil.
Jun 6, 16:08
Laurent Koscielny wants world-class striker
Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny encourages manager Arsene Wenger to break the bank in signing a 30-goal-per-season striker this summer.
Jun 5, 22:36
Franck Ribery named in France World Cup squad
France boss Didier Deschamps includes Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery in his 23-man World Cup squad.
Jun 3, 00:33
France's Olivier Giroud: 'Franck Ribery angered by back injury'
Olivier Giroud reveals that his France teammate Franck Ribery is "worried" about his World Cup fitness due to a back problem.
Jun 2, 06:34
Paraguay score late to draw with France
A late goal from Victor Caceres gives Paraguay a 1-1 draw with France in their international friendly in Nice.
Jun 1, 22:01
Live Commentary: France vs. Paraguay - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you coverage as France prepare for the World Cup with a 1-1 draw in their friendly encounter against Paraguay.
Jun 1, 19:30
Olivier Giroud: 'Arsenal cracked under title race pressure'
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud says that a lack of maturity cost his side the Premier League title.
May 29, 00:48
Olivier Giroud in Arsenal contract talks
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud reveals that he has entered talks to sign a contract extension at the club.
May 28, 11:21
Olivier Giroud ready to play his part for France at World Cup
Arsenal and France striker Olivier Giroud admits that he is prepared to make the most of his chances at the World Cup next month.
May 28, 01:29
Olivier Giroud brace leads France rout
Arsenal's Olivier Giroud scores two goals as France beat Norway 4-0 in an international friendly at Stade de France.
May 27, 21:54
Live Commentary: France 4-0 Norway
Relive Sports Mole's live text commentary of the international friendly between France and Norway where the hosts won 4-0.
May 27, 19:30
David Seaman: 'Arsenal can thrive after FA Cup success'
David Seaman backs his former club Arsenal to build upon their recent FA Cup success over the coming seasons.
May 27, 11:33
Olivier Giroud "proud" of FA Cup win
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud wants his side to push on next season after he reveals that he is brimming with pride following their FA Cup win over Hull City.
May 19, 02:50
Report: Arsenal poised for Wilfried Bony swoop
Arsenal reportedly identify Swansea City hitman Wilfried Bony as the man to provide competition for Olivier Giroud next season.
May 18, 10:22
Match Analysis: Arsenal 3-2 Hull City
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Arsenal's 3-2 win over Hull City in the FA Cup final.
May 17, 20:11
Arsenal end nine-year trophy drought with FA Cup triumph over Hull City
Aaron Ramsey scores a 109th-minute winner as Arsenal fight back from two goals down to beat Hull City in extra time and win the FA Cup, ending their nine-year wait for a trophy.
May 17, 19:33
Preview: FA Cup final: Arsenal vs. Hull City
Sports Mole looks ahead to Saturday's FA Cup final between Arsenal and Hull City at Wembley.
May 15, 17:15
