LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles FC striker Olivier Giroud was the target of a burglary earlier this month, according to police reports.
The 38-year-old French soccer star, who joined LAFC in May 2024, had his west Los Angeles home broken into on February 5. Police responded to a report of a smashed upstairs bedroom window and confirmed that the residence had been burglarized.
LAFC spokesperson Seth Burton acknowledged the incident but declined to comment further on behalf of Giroud or the organization.
Giroud’s Legendary Career
Before making the move to Major League Soccer (MLS), Giroud built an impressive career across top European clubs, including:
- Arsenal (2012–2018) – A prolific six-season run in the English Premier League (EPL).
- Chelsea (2018–2021) – Won multiple trophies, including the Champions League in 2021.
- AC Milan (2021–2024) – Continued his success in Serie A, securing a league title.
Throughout his club career, Giroud has scored 285 goals in 716 matches and won numerous trophies.
A French Football Icon
Giroud also left his mark on the international stage, becoming France’s all-time leading goal scorer with 57 goals.
He played a pivotal role in France’s 2018 FIFA World Cup victory, further cementing his legacy as one of the greatest French strikers of all time.
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Focused on the MLS Season
Despite the burglary, Giroud remains focused on the upcoming MLS season. LAFC is set to kick off their campaign this Saturday at home against Minnesota United.
With Giroud’s experience and goal-scoring prowess, LAFC fans are eager to see how he will impact Major League Soccer in his debut season.
