Olivier Giroud: France's All-Time Top Scorer
AC Milan Forward Makes History with 52nd International Goal
Double Strike Against Australia Earns Les Bleus a 4-1 Victory
Olivier Giroud, the 36-year-old AC Milan forward, has cemented his place in French football history by becoming the country's all-time top scorer.
In France's opening match of the 2022 FIFA World Cup against Australia, Giroud netted a brace, taking his international goal tally to 52. He surpassed Thierry Henry's previous record of 51 goals, which had stood for over two decades.
Giroud's first goal came in the 32nd minute, a composed finish after a clever pass from Kylian Mbappé. His second, in the 71st minute, was a towering header that left Australian goalkeeper Mat Ryan with no chance.
Giroud's goals propelled France to a comfortable 4-1 victory, giving Les Bleus an ideal start to their World Cup campaign. Giroud's performance was particularly impressive considering that he had not started any of France's previous four matches.
The veteran striker's achievement is a testament to his dedication, resilience, and unwavering passion for representing his country. Giroud's goalscoring record is a record that may never be broken.
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