Olivier Giroud
⭐ association football player
Still alive
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Age today
years old
Olivier Giroud has spent 21 years building a distinguished career as a Athlete in French.
French footballer (born 1986)
"Olivier Giroud cemented his place in French football history by becoming the nation's all-time leading goal scorer in 2022." — About Olivier Giroud
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Born
Years in career21 years active
September 30th, 1986
Birthplace
Chambéry
Known for
⭐ Athlete
Nationality
France
Height
193 cm (6'4") (tall)
Generation
Millennial
Career
21 years
Region
Europe
How Olivier Giroud compares to other Athletes
🎂Olivier Giroud is 9 years younger than the average Athlete
📏18cm taller than the average Athlete
| Metric | Olivier Giroud | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 39 | 48 | -9 yrs |
| Height | 193cm (6'4") | 175cm | +18cm |
| Career length | 21 yrs | ~35 yrs | -14 yrs |
| Based on 100 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Olivier Giroud
Did you know?
Did you know that Olivier Giroud is a keen chef and enjoys cooking for his family, particularly French cuisine?
5 Lesser-known facts
- He scored an iconic Puskás Award-winning 'scorpion kick' goal for Arsenal against Crystal Palace in 2017.
- Despite starting every game, he famously didn't register a single shot on target during France's 2018 World Cup win.
- Giroud is a devout Christian and openly speaks about his faith, even sporting a tattoo of Psalm 23.
- He surpassed Thierry Henry to become France's all-time leading goal scorer in international men's football.
- He didn't make his professional debut until age 21 and his Ligue 1 debut until 23, considered a late bloomer.
Career highlight
Olivier Giroud cemented his place in French football history by becoming the nation's all-time leading goal scorer in 2022. Surpassing Thierry Henry's record, this achievement underscored his remarkable longevity and consistent goal-scoring prowess for Les Bleus.
Legacy
Giroud's legacy is defined by his elegant target-man play, incredible aerial ability, and unwavering commitment to his teams. He will be remembered as France's record goalscorer and a World Cup winner, embodying resilience and grace.