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Giroud Says Lille Likely His Last Club as Strong Start Continues

He leaves the door slightly open to a one-off France call-up only in an injury crisis.

Overview

  • The veteran striker joined Lille this summer on a one-year deal from Los Angeles and credits a full preseason for his swift adaptation.
  • He has opened the 2025–26 campaign with three goals in six appearances for his new club.
  • At 39, he says he feels good on the pitch and that his integration into the squad has come naturally.
  • His contract runs until June 2026, and he says he will evaluate any extension after the season.
  • Though retired from international play, he says he would answer a short-notice France selection to help in a crisis but otherwise views that chapter as closed.