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Daily Mirror
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Nathan Ridley

Olivier Giroud in furious outburst after early double France sub in World Cup final

Olivier Giroud couldn't hide his frustration after being subbed off before half-time in the World Cup final.

The France striker, alongside teammate Ousmane Dembele, was hooked by manager Didier Deschamps after the pair produced anonymous performances in the first half. Argentina had taken a deserved 2-0 lead, prompting Deschamps to make the double change in the 41st minute.

Giroud, who'd reportedly been nursing with a knee injury following Les Blues' semi-final victory over Morocco, trudged off the pitch and slumped down onto the substitutes' bench. The ex- Arsenal and Chelsea hitman then proceeded to throw down his water bottle as his anger easily seeped through.

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