AC Milan forward Olivier Giroud scored two goals in the friendly against FC Koln as the Rossoneri win the pre-season trophy that is the Telekom Cup. The game ended 2-1 and the 35-year-old French star had this to say:
"I think it's always a good thing to start scoring. We did very well in the first half and I finished the boys' work well. I am very happy: it is always a good thing to win a match, even if it is a friendly", he said to Milan TV.
On the Scudetto patch on the shirt:
"I think it's very nice on this Rossoneri shirt. I wanted to send a small message to the fans: we are very proud to be Italian Champions."
On the preparations:
"We are doing a good job at Milanello, we work hard with heavy training, it is very hot and it is difficult. We showed a good job today with a good team spirit, great determination and solidarity. We all did what the coach wanted. We are almost ready, I feel as good as the boys."
Olivier Giroud on his new teammate Yacine Adli:
"I think it is important to do all the right things, so as to give him a good welcome. He is a good guy who knows he learns from this team. I am impressed by his qualities, he can do assists, run a lot and he has a good vision. He is a good addition for this team. He has to calm down sometimes like on the last action, but he is a good guy and I'm happy that he is here in the great Milan."
