Olivier Giroud scored another big goal that was worth another huge three points for AC Milan during the win over Napoli.
MilanNews writes about how there was a battle between him and Victor Oshimen – his opposite number – and it was one where he was decisive. It was a tough physical confrontation with two big centre-backs like Koulibaly and Rrahmani, but the Frenchman waited for his moment and pounced just like he did in the derby against Inter.
The remarkable thing is that he risked being forced to leave the game early due to a large cut on his left calf after a strong challenge from Koulibaly but carried on. On the other side of the field meanwhile, Oshimen tried in every way to dictate the attack but Kalulu and Tomori kept him very quiet.
Davide Calabria’s mishit shot fell perfectly for the No.9 just as Brahim Diaz’s deflected perfectly to him in the derby for the equaliser. But there is no luck involved: to be a great striker positioning and anticipation is key, and the 35-year-old has it in abundance.
After the substitution, due to a sprained right ankle, Giroud was trying to be the head ultra from the bench, encouraging the travelling fans until Orsato blew the final whistle and then leading the celebrations after too.
