Olivier Giroud
![Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017 Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/17/44/olivier-giroud_1.jpg?w=87&h=65&auto=compress,format&fit=clip)
French assistant Guy Stephan urges Olivier Giroud to leave Arsenal
France assistant manager Guy Stephan admits that Arsenal forward Olivier Giroud "must play more" if he wants to make the squad for the 2018 World Cup.
Dec 3, 16:26
![Alexandre Lacazette celebrates during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017 Alexandre Lacazette celebrates during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Alexandre Lacazette starts against Manchester United
Alexandre Lacazette is passed fit to start for Arsenal as they welcome Manchester United to the Emirates.
Dec 2, 16:32
![Arsene Wenger and Joe Mourinho shake hands during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on May 7, 2017 Arsene Wenger and Joe Mourinho shake hands during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on May 7, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Arsenal vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Saturday evenings's Premier League meeting between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium.
Nov 30, 19:01
![Olivier Giroud celebrates with Mesut Ozil during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Huddersfield Town on November 29, 2017 Olivier Giroud celebrates with Mesut Ozil during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Huddersfield Town on November 29, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud: 'Mesut Ozil is committed to Arsenal'
Arsenal forward Olivier Giroud says that he has "never" had doubts over the commitment of teammate Mesut Ozil, who starred against Huddersfield Town.
Nov 30, 12:59
![Alexandre Lacazette celebrates scoring the opener during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Leicester City on August 11, 2017 Alexandre Lacazette celebrates scoring the opener during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Leicester City on August 11, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal rally in second half to thrash Huddersfield Town
Olivier Giroud comes off the bench to net twice as Arsenal score four second-half goals on their way to a 5-0 victory over Huddersfield Town at the Emirates Stadium.
Nov 29, 21:37
![Arsene Wenger watches on during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017 Arsene Wenger watches on during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Live Commentary: Arsenal 5-0 Huddersfield Town - as it happened
Relive Arsenal's 5-0 victory over Huddersfield Town as the Gunners run riot in the second half to put their visitors to the sword at the Emirates Stadium.
Nov 29, 18:48
![Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017 Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsene Wenger: 'Arsenal lacked accuracy and finishing'
Arsene Wenger is unhappy with Arsenal's wastefulness in front of goal as the Gunners fell to a 1-0 defeat in their Europa League clash at FC Koln on Thursday night.
Nov 23, 21:18
![Arsenal attacker Alex Iwobi in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on October 1, 2017 Arsenal attacker Alex Iwobi in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on October 1, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Below-par Arsenal fall to first Europa League defeat
Sehrou Guirassy nets a second-half penalty to earn FC Koln a 1-0 win against Arsenal, but it is not enough to prevent the Gunners finishing top of Group H.
Nov 23, 19:55
![Danny Welbeck in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Sunderland on May 16, 2017 Danny Welbeck in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Sunderland on May 16, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Danny Welbeck, Olivier Giroud lead Arsenal line away at Koln
Arsenal striker Danny Welbeck starts for the Gunners as Arsene Wenger's men look to secure top spot in Group H in the Europa League away to Koln.
Nov 23, 17:04
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Stoke City, Everton interested in signing Odion Ighalo?
Four Premier League clubs including Stoke City and Everton are allegedly interested in signing former Watford striker Odion Ighalo.
Nov 23, 16:13
![Arsene Wenger watches on during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017 Arsene Wenger watches on during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: FC Koln vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews the Europa League clash at the RheinEnergieStadion between FC Koln and Arsenal.
Nov 22, 14:00
![Harry Kane and Dele Alli pictured from behind during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017 Harry Kane and Dele Alli pictured from behind during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Dele Alli, Harry Kane fit to start for Tottenham Hotspur
Dele Alli and Harry Kane both start for Tottenham Hotspur against Arsenal in the Premier League, but Harry Winks must make do with a place on the bench.
Nov 18, 11:34
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Preview: Arsenal vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole previews the North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
Nov 17, 14:41
![Danny Welbeck sits injured during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on September 17, 2017 Danny Welbeck sits injured during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on September 17, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal duo Shkodran Mustafi, Danny Welbeck in contention for Spurs clash
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says that Shkodran Mustafi and Danny Welbeck are in contention to return from injury in time for Saturday's North London derby.
Nov 16, 10:09
![Alexandre Lacazette in action for Arsenal on July 30, 2017 Alexandre Lacazette in action for Arsenal on July 30, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsene Wenger: 'I trust Alexandre Lacazette completely'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists that he has full "trust" in striker Alexandre Lacazette ahead of the North London derby with Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.
Nov 16, 09:58
![Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017 Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Olivier Giroud ruled out of North London derby?
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits that Olivier Giroud is unlikely to feature against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.
Nov 16, 09:34
![Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017 Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Report: Bayern Munich want Olivier Giroud
Bayern Munich could move for Arsenal forward Olivier Giroud in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Nov 15, 16:39
![Emre Can in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on October 14, 2017 Emre Can in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on October 14, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Emre Can handed start in Germany defence
Liverpool midfielder Emre Can features in the Germany defence for the international friendly with France.
Nov 14, 18:52
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Olivier Giroud returns to Arsenal after suffering thigh injury
France will be without Olivier Giroud for their friendly against Germany as the striker has been sent back to Arsenal early with a thigh injury.
Nov 12, 12:38
![Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017 Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Olivier Giroud: 'No regrets about staying at Arsenal'
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud insists that he has no regrets about staying at the London outfit, despite being eclipsed as the club's main striker.
Nov 12, 11:11
![Patrice Evra kicks a Marseille fan in the face ahead of his side's Europa League clash on November 2, 2017 Patrice Evra kicks a Marseille fan in the face ahead of his side's Europa League clash on November 2, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Olivier Giroud offers support to "leader" Patrice Evra
France striker Olivier Giroud says that he has 'written a message of support' to compatriot Patrice Evra following the full-back's UEFA ban for kicking a supporter.
Nov 11, 13:03
![James Chester in action during the World Cup qualifier between Wales and Georgia on October 9, 2016 James Chester in action during the World Cup qualifier between Wales and Georgia on October 9, 2016](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
James Chester: 'Wales have a bright future'
Defender James Chester says that Wales have a "very bright" future despite suffering a 2-0 defeat away in France on Friday night.
Nov 11, 09:48
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Wales boss Chris Coleman: 'France are best team we have played'
Manager Chris Coleman describes France as "the best team" that Wales have played after the Dragons suffered a 2-0 defeat in Paris.
Nov 11, 09:33
![Aaron Ramsey in action during the World Cup qualifier between Wales and Austria on September 2, 2017 Aaron Ramsey in action during the World Cup qualifier between Wales and Austria on September 2, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey: 'Playing France a great experience'
Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey says that his side will learn from their 2-0 friendly defeat in France.
Nov 10, 22:58
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France see off stubborn Wales in Paris friendly
Antoine Griezmann and Olivier Giroud find the net either side of half time to earn France a 2-0 international friendly win over Wales in Paris.
Nov 10, 21:49
![Antoine Griezmann flaunts his locks during the World Cup qualifier between France and the Netherlands on August 31, 2017 Antoine Griezmann flaunts his locks during the World Cup qualifier between France and the Netherlands on August 31, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Live Commentary: France 2-0 Wales - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of France's 2-0 win over Wales, as Les Blues kicked off their World Cup 2018 preparations with victory in Paris.
Nov 10, 19:30
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Team News: Chris Coleman names strong Wales XI in France
Wales boss Chris Coleman selects a strong starting lineup for the friendly international with France in Paris.
Nov 10, 19:03
![Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017 Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Olivier Giroud plays down injury concerns
Arsenal are handed a fitness boost ahead of the North London derby with Tottenham Hotspur as Olivier Giroud trains for France following an injury scare.
Nov 8, 20:19
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Arsenal progress into Europa League last 32 despite Red Star stalemate
Arsenal book their place in the knockout stages of the Europa League with two games to spare despite being held to a goalless draw by Red Star Belgrade at the Emirates.
Nov 2, 22:00
![Eddie Nketiah celebrates scoring during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Norwich City on October 24, 2017 Eddie Nketiah celebrates scoring during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Norwich City on October 24, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Eddie Nketiah on bench for Arsenal
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger leaves striker Eddie Nketiah on the bench for the Europa League clash with Red Star Belgrade.
Nov 2, 19:13
![Anthony Martial in action during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017 Anthony Martial in action during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Anthony Martial back in France squad
Manchester United attacker Anthony Martial receives a call-up to the France squad for the first time since October 2016.
Nov 2, 14:36
![Aaron Ramsey scores during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Swansea City on October 28, 2017 Aaron Ramsey scores during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Swansea City on October 28, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal fight back to edge out Swansea City
Arsenal overturn an early deficit to run out 2-1 winners against Swansea City in their Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium.
Oct 28, 16:51
![Alexandre Lacazette celebrates during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017 Alexandre Lacazette celebrates during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Arsenal unchanged against Swansea City
Arsene Wenger names an unchanged lineup as Arsenal welcome Swansea City.
Oct 28, 14:03
![Olivier Giroud in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Burnley on January 22, 2017 Olivier Giroud in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Burnley on January 22, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Chelsea plotting shock January swoop for Arsenal's Olivier Giroud?
Arsenal's Olivier Giroud is linked with a shock move to London rivals Arsenal.
Oct 26, 21:05
![Everton manager Ronald Koeman watches on during his side's Europa League clash with Apollon Limassol at Goodison Park on September 28, 2017 Everton manager Ronald Koeman watches on during his side's Europa League clash with Apollon Limassol at Goodison Park on September 28, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Ronald Koeman: "I had Olivier Giroud in the building"
Former Everton boss Ronald Koeman says that he had Arsenal forward Olivier Giroud "in the building" during the summer transfer window.
Oct 26, 09:54
![Arsenal's Theo Walcott celebrates equalising against Manchester City on April 2, 2017 Arsenal's Theo Walcott celebrates equalising against Manchester City on April 2, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Ian Wright: 'Time for Theo Walcott to leave Arsenal'
Ian Wright believes that the time has come for Theo Walcott to bring an end to his Arsenal career after another below-par display in the EFL Cup win over Norwich City.
Oct 25, 11:13
![Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017 Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Arsenal overhaul starting XI ahead of Norwich City clash
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger makes 11 changes to his starting XI ahead of their EFL Cup fourth-round encounter with Norwich City at the Emirates Stadium.
Oct 24, 19:00
![Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring during the La Liga game between Getafe and Real Madrid on October 14, 2017 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring during the La Liga game between Getafe and Real Madrid on October 14, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo describes FIFA Best award win as "great moment"
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo says that he is grateful to his fans after winning FIFA Best Men's Player of the Year award for a second time.
Oct 23, 21:37
![Olivier Giroud waves during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on May 7, 2017 Olivier Giroud waves during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on May 7, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud wins FIFA Puskas Award for scorpion kick
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud wins the FIFA Puskas Award at 'The Best' ceremony in London for his scorpion kick against Crystal Palace last season.
Oct 23, 20:25
![Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017 Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger reveals Alexandre Lacazette, Olivier Giroud dilemma
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says that he finds it difficult to choose between forwards Alexandre Lacazette and Olivier Giroud.
Oct 23, 18:30