Olivier Giroud started the pre-season in the best way possible with a brace in AC Milan’s win over Köln last night. The Frenchman showed his class and also sent a Scudetto message to the fans.
Giroud missed out on the friendly against Lemine due to personal reasons but he was back from start last night. He needed just 36 minutes to find the back of the net twice and especially the first goal was lovely.
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When celebrating it, he pointed to the Scudetto patch in the middle of the new Milan kit. Speaking to MilanTV afterwards (see video with subtitles below), Giroud spoke about the clash and also Yacine Adli.
On the brace…
“It’s always good to start with scoring. We did very well in the first half, and the youngsters finished off the work. I’m very happy, it’s always good to win the first game even if it’s a friendly.
On the Scudetto patch…
“I think the Scudetto looks really good on this red and black shirt. I wanted to send our fans a message, that we are really proud to be the champions.”
On pre-season preparations…
“We’re doing well at Milanello, we are working very hard, there are some heavy sessions. And this heat makes it difficult but we did well today and showed great team spirit, playing with great determination. Today we did what the coach asked of us. We’re almost ready, but not 100%.”
On Yacine Adli…
“I think it’s good to do all the things right and give Adli a warm welcome. He’s a good lad, he knows he has to learn a lot here, but I was really impressed with his skills. His pace and vision too, and he’s a good addition to the team. He needs to stay a bit calm sometimes (laughs).”
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Yes what can I say ,Olivier Giroud is a class act ..
There are lots more goals to come from him ,I,m sure of that ,,his technical ability to read a game is second to none …This AC Milan team can challenge for honours again this season .
I wish Giroud still 26. Hahaha… he is so classy. Adli was very determined yesterday, even he fought with the opponent with Maldini… he need to be more calm.
With a proper AMC for a Italy’s Champion, avoid serious injuries, & more ego to score, Giroud could be a Top-Scorer. I love how Giroud find spaces & shots.
For Adli, yes thats right Adli didnt seems calm. Maybe he feels the burden to wear no. 7 at ACM to do more.