Olivier Giroud
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Will resume training Tuesday
Giroud (knee) underwent tests after leaving Saturday's friendly against Everton with an injury but they came back clean, and he's scheduled to return to training Tuesday, the club announced Monday.
Analysis: Manager Davide Ancelotti had already stated Sunday that Giroud was expected to be available for the season opener against Angers, and the results of these tests confirm that. If the veteran striker doesn't suffer any setbacks in training in the coming days, he should lead the line in Lille's campaign opener this Sunday.
Reassuring news on knee
Giroud is expected to be available for the season opener against Angers after his knee scare in Saturday's friendly against Everton, according to coach Davide Ancelotti, per Le Petit Lillois. "His left knee turned and he felt strong pain. That gave him a bit of a scare. After the match, the news was reassuring. It's nothing serious. He was really in pain, that's why he came off, but I think he'll be back this week. He'll surely be available for Angers,"
Analysis: Giroud was forced off early in the 1-1 draw after his knee twisted, drawing loud applause from Everton supporters as he left the pitch, though he later confirmed the tests conducted since had been reassuring. He is set to undergo further examinations, though initial results have eased concern. Soriba Diaoune could see increased minutes if Giroud is ultimately unavailable.
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