Olivier Giroud: a difficult adaptation in MLS?

World 19 March 2025 at 16:14

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Olivier Giroud: a difficult adaptation in MLS?

France's all-time top scorer, Olivier Giroud is experiencing a rough patch in the MLS with Los Angeles FC. Since his last goal on September 26 in the US Open Cup, the former Arsenal, Chelsea, and AC Milan striker hasn't found the back of the net, a worrying drought for a player of his caliber.

Olivier Giroud nets his first goal for LAFC in the Leagues Cup Final!! 🇫🇷👏

(via @MLS)pic.twitter.com/QTu04KSZKw
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) August 26, 2024

Yet, Giroud has always silenced his critics with his efficiency. From Montpellier to Milan, through the Premier League, he has built his legend with decisive goals and an impressive track record. But at 38, his adventure in the United States currently seems to be failing. In 17 matches with LAFC, including 12 as a starter, he has scored only twice, and not at all in MLS.

Olivier Giroud played in -15°C weather in the MLS, his beard was frozen. pic.twitter.com/2LHJ57GiWM
— Ezenwayi (@Jiji_Byte) February 21, 2025

Since 2019, no striker has played more minutes (965) without a goal in MLS play than Olivier Giroud.

Is it time to admit the frenchman was a bad signing? pic.twitter.com/WFnaK4z6Ri
— Nutmeg Soccer (@NutmegSoccerCo) March 11, 2025

Far from being a "retirement home" for European stars, Major League Soccer sometimes presents unexpected challenges. And today, Olivier Giroud is experiencing them firsthand.