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Olivier Giroud says this summer’s European Championship in Germany will be his last major tournament for France. Giroud, 37, is his country’s all-time leading goalscorer in international football after he surpassed Thierry Henry’s previous record during France’s journey to the 2022 World Cup final in Qatar. “This will be my last competition with Les Bleus. Obviously, I’m going to miss it a lot,” Giroud said in an interview with L’Equipe. “We need to make way for the youngsters. You also have to be careful not to have one season too many.

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LAFC has announced the signing of Olivier Giroud ahead of his AC Milan departure. The 37-year-old striker has joined on a designated player contract until 2025 with an option through 2026. Giroud confirmed on Monday he would be departing Milan at the end of the season to move to Major League Soccer (MLS). The Athletic reported in March LAFC was finalising a deal for Giroud, which would see him join the club after this summer’s European Championship. He will occupy an international roster slot at LAFC. “It is an incredibly exciting day for all associated with LAFC to welcome Olivier,...

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Manchester United have been named the world’s most valuable football club, with 20 Major League Soccer (MLS) teams in the global top 50 list. In figures compiled by Sportico, United are valued at $6.2billion (£4.96bn), with Real Madrid ($6.06bn), Barcelona ($5.28bn), Liverpool ($5.11bn) and Bayern Munich ($4.8bn) completing the top five. Los Angeles FC ($1.15bn) are the highest-ranked MLS club at 15th, with Atlanta United, Inter Miami, LA Galaxy and New York City FC all in the top 20. The Premier League is the second-most represented league on the list with nine clubs in the top 50;...

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MLS transfer deadline day is fast approaching, new roster rules are incoming, and a star player is once again missing. There’s lots to cover, so let’s get right to answering your questions. “Will any team make a big move before the window ends? Also any rumblings or movement about the Fire?” —Victor S.  “Do you think the Houston Dynamo will sign a DP or any attacking player?” —Charles T.  “Tom please, are Austin FC going to do anything significant this season?” —Andrew The MLS primary transfer window is still open, in case you forgot.