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Olivier Giroud 'more motivated than ever as veteran AC Milan striker, 36, targets Champions League glory... with coach Stefano Pioli urging his players to 'sacrifice' themselves in semi-final against Inter

AC Milan striker Olivier Giroud is determined to roll back the years as he attempts to add another Champions League crown to his collection of honours.

The Frenchman, who will celebrate his 37th birthday in September, picked up a winner's medal as an unused substitute in Chelsea's 1-0 final victory over Premier League rivals Manchester City in 2021 and is refusing to allow age to diminish his hunger for future success.

Speaking at a press conference ahead of Wednesday evening's eagerly-anticipated semi-final clash with neighbours Inter, Giroud said: 'Today I'm more motivated than ever.