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Giroud reflects on Arsenal career, regrets Premier League absence

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:40 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Giroud reflects on Arsenal career, regrets Premier League absence

Summary

Olivier Giroud discussed his time with Arsenal on BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast. The former striker stated that not winning the Premier League is his "only regret" despite scoring 105 goals in 253 appearances. He highlighted the team's close attempts, particularly in 2016 when they could not capitalize on Leicester's success. Giroud praised Mikel Arteta for his leadership qualities, noting Arteta's role as a link between Arsene Wenger and the players during their time together. Giroud expressed delight for the club's recent success after a long wait since the Invincibles era.

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By the Numbers

•Giroud scored 105 goals for Arsenal between 2012 and 2016.
•He won three FA Cups but not a Premier League title.
•Giroud mentioned the team was close to winning in 2016.
•He commended Arteta's professionalism and leadership qualities.
•Giroud is pleased with Arsenal's recent success in the league.

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7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Arteta 'was the link between Wenger and the players' - Giroud

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Former Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud says not winning the Premier League in his time with the club is the "only regret" of his career. Giroud scored 105 goals in 253 appearances across five and a half years with the Gunners but, despite winning three FA Cups, could not help Arsene Wenger to a final Premier League title.
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