Record Breaker! 39-Year-Old Olivier Giroud Becomes Oldest Player to Score a Ligue 1 Brace in 77 Years

Veteran striker Olivier Giroud continues to defy age, securing a major historical milestone in Ligue 1.

In the Matchday 13 fixture tonight, Giroud scored a brace to help Lille secure a 4-2 victory over Paris FC at home. The 39-year-old’s decisive two-goal performance cemented his place in the history books.

According to statistics compiled by L'Équipe, Giroud is now the oldest player to score two goals in a single Ligue 1 match since the 1947-1948 season, marking a remarkable 77-year span.
This achievement underscores Giroud's enduring quality and incredible longevity in one of Europe's top leagues, proving that he remains a potent attacking threat despite his age.

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