France vs Australia, FIFA World Cup 2022: The France national soccer team recorded a 4-1 victory against Australia in their first game of the 2022 FIFA World Cup at Al Janoub Stadium. The Europeans have one of the most talented teams in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. They are among the favorites to win the trophy. Les Blues are in Group D along with Australia, Tunisia and Denmark.
France vs Australia: Oliver Giroud shines in France’s World Cup victory
France defeated Australia 4-1 in the 2022 FIFA World Cup Group D match at Al Janoub Stadium on Wednesday.
In France vs Australia, Craig Goodwin gave Australia an early lead with a well-executed goal nine minutes into the game. But the Socceroos’ lead was nullified by Adrien Rabiot during the 27-minute match. Oliver Giroud put France ahead in the France vs Australia game just five minutes after Rabiot’s goal, while Kylian Mbappe scored his team’s third goal in the 68th minute of the game.
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Giroud completed his brace in the 71st minute, putting Les Blues 4-1 up in the France vs Australia game. The AC Milan striker has already scored 51 goals for his country, joining Thiery Henry as France’s all-time goalscorer.
The European nation dominated the Socceroos throughout the match, enjoying 63 per cent of ball possession. They had 23 shots on target compared to Australia’s three.
France will face Denmark at Stadium 974 on November 26 in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Meanwhile, Australia will face Tunisia for their next match at Al Janoub Stadium on November 26.
Oliver Giroud reacted after the 2022 FIFA World Cup match
The 36-year-old forward expressed his delight at joining Thierry Henry as France’s all-time top scorer. Speaking to the media, he said: “Personally, I feel blessed to have the opportunity to stand by Thierry Henry’s side now.”
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“I just try to bring what I can do to the team and when I have the opportunity I always try to put it in the back of the net, and this time I couldn’t miss, because I received great balls.”
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Giroud has been in brilliant form for AC Milan this season, registering five goals and three assists in nine Serie A games. His current contract at the San Siro will expire at the end of the current season. But the Italians are reportedly planning to offer him a new contract given his importance to the team.
