Giroud "charges" Milan and "scares" Inter: When I go to the semi-finals, I win the Champions League

2023-04-26 10:43:46, Sport CNA

Giroud "charges" Milan and "scares" Inter: When I go to the

In an interview for "L'Equipe", the French attacker of Milan, Olivier Giroud, touched more on the fact of the semi-final with Inter in the Champions League.

The French "Bomber" emphasizes that there will be two fantastic matches full of emotions, without a favorite, but he makes it known that when he goes to the semi-finals of this competition, he wins.

Let's start with the renewal of the contract. How do you feel that at the age of almost 37 you have the trust of a club like Milan?

I see it as a reward for everything I have done in almost two seasons with Milan. I got acclimated quickly, won a title and thanks to mutual trust we saw renewal as something natural for our adventure.

Has any offer tempted you in these red and black months?

After the World Cup, my mind could go somewhere or think about a new path in my life, but the fixed idea in my head was Milan and the continuation of my career here until 2024.

How satisfied are you with this adventure so far?

To be honest, I did not expect to experience all these emotions when I signed for Milan. I knew that a big challenge awaited me after the last few months with Chelsea, but I certainly did not imagine winning a title or being in the semi-finals of the Champions League. Better than this, I would not have seen it even in my dreams.

This year there are no more chances for the title, but you can still have your say in the Champions League...

Of course we still have opportunities to spice up the season and the only time I played in the semi-final, then won the tournament as was the case with Chelsea... We want to finish in the top four, aim for something more than the semi-final in Champions. Against Napoli I was scared for a moment, as I had wasted two chances, but luckily I corrected everything thanks to Leao's help. And to think that at halftime Meret admitted to me that he knew where I would have hit.

So Leao didn't leave you hostage?

He is fantastic, and when he starts with the ball at his feet, no one can stop him. I knew it would serve me well. We are a team without soloists and we all sacrificed. I suffered a lot that match, because I had pain in the Achilles tendon, which prevented me from playing against Lece.

What do you expect from the derby at this stage of the Champions League?

It's going to be a very emotional match and Milan will be on fire. Fantastic match, from which Italy will have a representative in the final. The city will experience very strong emotions and I believe that we footballers will too.

After two defeats in a row do you think you can qualify against Inter?

We are not favourites, but we never have been. Both for the title years, and against Napoli until a week ago. We are a fantastic team, which is leading to the place that deserves the name of Milan.

To sacrifice for each other. We attackers must be the first defenders and must apply pressure with great momentum. Solidity is the strong point of this Milan, but Menja also helps us a lot. He has charisma and exudes confidence and calmness. It is very important for us.