France’s all-time leading goal scorer, Olivier Giroud, has announced his intention to retire from international duty with the country after Euro 2024. Giroud, who has scored 57 goals in 131 appearances for France and was part of the World Cup-winning squad in 2018, made this decision known to L’Equipe. He believes it is time for younger players to take center stage and for him to find the right balance in his career.
The 37-year-old forward has been named in France’s provisional squad for the upcoming Euros, which will be held next month in Germany. Giroud has had a successful international career, scoring four goals at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, including a late winner against England in the quarter-finals. However, he has decided that Euro 2024 will be his final competition with Les Bleus.
After his stint with AC Milan, Giroud is set to join Major League Soccer side Los Angeles FC after Euro 2024. He will feature for Milan for the final time this Saturday when they host Salernitana on the last day of the Serie A season. The striker has signed an 18-month deal with the American club, with the option for an additional year. This move marks a new chapter in Giroud’s career as he looks ahead to the next phase of his football journey.