Arsenal forward Oliver Giroud is a polarizing figure among Gunners supporters, but everyone loved his scorpion kick goal this past season. It’s time to relive the moment the Frenchman achieved this stunner against Crystal Palace, as it’s now up for an ESPY.
First let’s watch it again:
Olivier Giroud is up against 15 other special highlight moments for play of the year. Fans can cast their vote on ESPYS.com
Winner will be announced during the show, hosted by Peyton Manning and broadcast live on ABC on Wednesday, July 12 at 8 p.m. ET.
BEST PLAY (16 NOMINEES VOTED BRACKET-STYLE)
- Julian Edelman Super Bowl catch vs. 16. Noah Brown TD catch around defender
- Morgan Williams buzzer beater vs. UConn vs.15. Larry Nance dunk
- Aaron Rodgers to Jared Cook vs. 14. Lamar Jackson hurdles defender
- Northwestern buzzer beater vs. 13. Edwin Encarnacion walk off HR
- Russell Westbrook buzzer beater vs. 12. LeBron James dunk off the backboard
- Chris Coghlan leaps over catcher vs. 11. Sidney Crosby one-handed goal
- Olivier Giroud scorpion kick goa l vs. 10. Warriors jump ball transition dunk
- Mario Mandzukic goal in UEFA Final vs. 9. Jarrod Dyson catch
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