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Giroud to leave Los Angeles FC

Los Angeles, June 28 (UNI) French striker Olivier Giroud said Friday that he had reached an agreement to leave Los Angeles FC after just one year with the Major League Soccer club.

The 38-year-old, whose contract had been due to expire in December, will make his last appearance for LAFC in a home match against Vancouver on Sunday.

"I want to thank all of the fans, my teammates and the staff at LAFC for making this an enjoyable stop in my career," Giroud said in a statement.

"I am happy to have played a part in the success of LAFC. From winning a trophy last season to participating in the Club World Cup, this has been a great experience in LA for me and my family."
Giroud scored five goals in 37 appearances for the Californian side after joining from AC Milan in May 2024. He featured in all three of the club's matches at the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States - twice as a substitute - but failed to score as LAFC bowed out before the knockout phase.

The 2018 World Cup winner and France's all-time leading scorer is expected to join Ligue 1 club Lille on a free transfer.

"Olivier has been an exemplary professional during his time at LAFC," general manager John Thorrington said. "He brought humility and a winning mentality that helped elevate everyone around him. Olivier has been a tremendous ambassador for the club on and off the field. We are grateful for his contributions."

The former Arsenal and Chelsea striker announced his retirement from the French national team last year after scoring 57 goals in 137 games for France.
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