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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Never had explosive pace and has slowed further into his late 30s. (conf 0.75)
Lacks straight-line speed, relying on positioning rather than running in behind. (conf 0.7)
Surprisingly nimble in tight spaces for a big man, with clever body feints. (conf 0.65)
Not a high-mileage runner but manages his energy well across 90 minutes. (conf 0.6)
Control
Cushions long balls and lay-offs cleanly under pressure from centre-backs. (conf 0.75)
Limited take-on ability, used mainly for holding and turning rather than beating men. (conf 0.6)
Elite at using his frame to hold off defenders and bring teammates into play. (conf 0.85)
Capable of clean, powerful strikes and instinctive scorpion-kick-style finishes. (conf 0.8)
Distribution
Reliable link play and lay-offs make him a classic target-man playmaker. (conf 0.75)
Rarely tasked with long-range distribution as a focal-point striker. (conf 0.55)
Minimal crossing output given his central, penalty-box-oriented role. (conf 0.55)
Good awareness of runners around him when laying the ball off. (conf 0.65)
Chance threat
Prolific career poacher with excellent composure in and around the six-yard box. (conf 0.9)
Picks smart moments to shoot rather than forcing low-percentage attempts. (conf 0.8)
Intelligent runs and box positioning that consistently generate scoring chances. (conf 0.85)
Not a designated taker but a constant aerial threat from delivered set pieces. (conf 0.5)
Duels
One of the best aerial forwards of his generation, dominant in both boxes. (conf 0.92)
Strong physical presence lets him win and retain the ball against defenders. (conf 0.75)
Defense
Presses selectively at his age rather than sustaining a high work rate off the ball. (conf 0.55)
Limited defensive contribution beyond occasional front-foot pressure triggers. (conf 0.5)
Minimal tracking back, typical of an out-and-out number nine. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Ice-cool in front of goal, evidenced by countless big-game and cup-final strikes. (conf 0.88)
Reads the box and teammates' movement well to consistently find good positions. (conf 0.78)
Manages effort levels sensibly rather than covering large distances at his age. (conf 0.55)
Resilience
Generally durable across his career with only occasional muscular issues. (conf 0.6)
Outlook
Late-30s veteran on the downslope, valued now for experience over upside. (conf 0.6)
France's all-time record goalscorer and a 2018 World Cup winner with global recognition. (conf 0.9)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Olivier Giroud is a veteran French centre-forward now with Lille after stints at Chelsea, AC Milan and LAFC, prized for his physical presence, aerial dominance and classic target-man hold-up play. Though his pace and mobility have faded well into his late 30s, he remains a clever penalty-box operator with sharp instincts and composure in front of goal. He is France's all-time leading scorer and a key part of Les Bleus' 2018 World Cup-winning squad.
France's all-time top goalscorer, surpassing Thierry Henry's national team record.
Won the 2018 FIFA World Cup with France.
Scored a famous scorpion-kick goal for Arsenal against Crystal Palace, which won the 2017 Puskás Award.