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Olivier Giroud hints at retirement after the season with Lille

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 10:41 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Olivier Giroud hints at retirement after the season with Lille

Summary

Olivier Giroud, set to turn 40, has indicated he may retire after this season in an interview with 'L’Équipe.' The 2018 World Cup winner and all-time top scorer for France reflected on enjoying his final year as a professional footballer. Giroud's career began in 2006, and he has achieved significant success in both domestic and international competitions. He returned to France in July 2025 to play for Lille, which he suggests may be his last professional club.

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By the Numbers

•Giroud hints at potential retirement next summer.
•He is celebrating his 40th birthday tomorrow.
•He has played professionally since 2006.
•Giroud is Lille's current striker.
•He holds the record for most goals for France.

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10:41 AMYahoo Sports — Retirement after the season? France World Cup winner hints at exit

What they're saying

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A great of football is beginning to say goodbye: Right on time for his 40th birthday tomorrow, Wednesday, Olivier Giroud hinted in an interview with 'L’Équipe' that he could retire next summer."As ...
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