Irish Times
In total he has scored three goals in World Cup and Euro tournaments in his career.
“Yes, I scored one in 2014 (World Cup) and a few at the 2016 Euros. It’s important for the team to score. I’ll give it my 200 per cent for the team,” Giroud told a news conference on Thursday.
“For me it’s kind of a blessing to have the opportunity to play for my country in a third World Cup.”
“Obviously I have this target in my head to beat Thierry (Henry’s record) but the main goal is that of the team to go as far as possible and if I get the chance to go closer to him (Henry) I’ll take it.”
France start their World Cup title defence against Australia on Tuesday before facing Denmark and Tunisia in Group D.
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