Giroud Brace Earns Lille Win Over Paris FC in Ligue 1
Veteran striker Olivier Giroud led Lille to a 4-2 home victory over Paris FC, netting his first league goals since August. Despite Paris FC taking an early lead through Willem Geubbels, Giroud equalized before halftime and secured his brace with a penalty in the final quarter-hour. Aissa Mandi’s header and Marius Broholm’s stoppage-time penalty added to Lille's tally, ensuring their place in Ligue 1’s top four with 23 points. The game saw Paris FC threaten late through Lohann Doucet, but Lille’s strong finish sealed the win. The result was a relief for Lille after a spell without league goals for Giroud, who had faced mounting pressure. Coach Bruno Genesio expressed satisfaction with the forward’s return to form. In other Ligue 1 matches, Lyon were held to a goalless draw by Auxerre, Lorient and Nantes shared points, Metz lost to Brest, […]
