Olivier Giroud Hints at Possible Retirement After Current Season

Olivier Giroud has admitted that the 2026/27 campaign is very likely to be his final season as a professional footballer, with the veteran striker determined to enjoy every remaining moment of his career.

The 39-year-old Frenchman made the revelation while reflecting on the closing stages of an extraordinary playing career.

“As a player, I think this is very likely my final season. That's why I'm savoring every moment.”

Giroud has enjoyed a career filled with major achievements, collecting 13 trophies across his spells with several of Europe's biggest clubs and playing a key role in France's international success.

Across 943 appearances, he has contributed 480 goals and assists, underlining his remarkable longevity and consistency at the highest level.

The striker's career has included Premier League, Serie A, Ligue 1 and international success, while he also became France's all-time leading goalscorer before being surpassed by Kylian Mbappé.

With retirement now firmly in his thoughts, Giroud is focused on making the most of what could be his final season before bringing the curtain down on one of French football's most decorated careers.