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Captain Fernandes Extends Man Utd Stay until June 2027

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes in action during an English Premier League soccer match at Elland Road in Leeds, England, on April 25, 2021. (AP)
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes in action during an English Premier League soccer match at Elland Road in Leeds, England, on April 25, 2021. (AP)
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Captain Fernandes Extends Man Utd Stay until June 2027

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes in action during an English Premier League soccer match at Elland Road in Leeds, England, on April 25, 2021. (AP)
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes in action during an English Premier League soccer match at Elland Road in Leeds, England, on April 25, 2021. (AP)

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until June 2027, with the option to extend for another year, the Premier League club said on Wednesday.

Portugal midfielder Fernandes, who joined United in 2020 and has scored 79 goals and provided 67 assists in 234 appearances for the club, had signed a previous contract in 2022 which ran until 2026.

"Everybody knows the passion I have for Manchester United," the 29-year-old said in a statement.

"I understand the responsibility and significance of wearing this shirt, and the levels of dedication and desire required to represent this incredible club.

"I wouldn´t have signed this contract if I didn´t believe that my best moments in a United shirt are still to come."

FA Cup winners United begin their Premier League campaign at home on Friday against Fulham.

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Olivier Giroud Makes Los Angeles FC Debut as a Substitute During Leagues Cup Match 

Aug 13, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles FC forward Olivier Giroud (9) is defended by San Jose Earthquakes defender Rodrigues (26) in the second half at BMO Stadium. (Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports)
Aug 13, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles FC forward Olivier Giroud (9) is defended by San Jose Earthquakes defender Rodrigues (26) in the second half at BMO Stadium. (Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports)
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Olivier Giroud Makes Los Angeles FC Debut as a Substitute During Leagues Cup Match 

Aug 13, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles FC forward Olivier Giroud (9) is defended by San Jose Earthquakes defender Rodrigues (26) in the second half at BMO Stadium. (Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports)
Aug 13, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles FC forward Olivier Giroud (9) is defended by San Jose Earthquakes defender Rodrigues (26) in the second half at BMO Stadium. (Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports)

Olivier Giroud made his Los Angeles FC debut Tuesday night during a Leagues Cup Round of 16 match against the San Jose Earthquakes.

The 37-year-old French striker came on as a substitute in the 71st minute of LAFC's 4-1 victory. He had a chance inside the box in the 90th minute, but his shot was blocked by San Jose's Daniel Munie near the goal.

Giroud signed with LAFC in May and had his first practice with the club on Aug. 3. He comes to the United States after spending 18 years in the top professional leagues in France, England and Italy. That included the past four seasons with AC Milan. He has 285 goals in 716 club matches.

“I wish I could play even more tonight, but it was a good first step. I'm looking forward to the next game,” Giroud said. “I need my fitness back. When you restart a season, you need to work hard at training, but I understand what the manager is expecting from me and I will try to get ready as soon as possible.”

Prior to Tuesday night, Giroud's most recent action was with France last month in the European Championship. He came off the bench in four games, including a 2-1 loss to eventual champion Spain in the semifinals on July 9.

Giroud is the second French player on LAFC, joining goaltender and former national teammate Hugo Lloris.

LAFC is at Seattle on Saturday in a Leagues Cup quarterfinal match.