Olivier Giroud has started his adventure with AC Milan in the best way possible, having scored three goals during pre-season with the No.9 on his back. Indeed, he’s becoming a protagonist for this Rossoneri side.
As highlighted by Gazzetta Dello Sport (via MilanNews), with Zlatan Ibrahimovic out injured, Giroud further cemented his spot with a brace last night. He’s becoming a protagonist of this team and rightfully so.
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The Frenchman should start in the season opener against Sampdoria and in addition to his goalscoring, there is one more sign of his success. Yesterday, Stefano Pioli tested a 4-4-2 formation, perhaps to be ready for when Ibrahimovic returns.
Without an attacking midfielder, Giroud was able to drop down more and his hold-up play was very impressive. It remains to be seen if Pioli will use this formation against Sampdoria as well, but it’s clear that Giroud has impressed him a lot.
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