Chelsea ran out 4-1 winners against their London rivals at the Baku International Stadium in Azerbaijan on Wednesday. A brace from Eden Hazard and strike from Pedro saw Blues manager Mauricio Sarri lift the first trophy of his managerial career. Giroud opened the scoring for Chelsea in the 49th minute with a stooping header, which led many to wonder if he’d celebrate scoring against his old side. Surprisingly, the World Cup Winner didn’t hold back his celebrations, widly embracing his team-mates.

After the match, the France international was quizzed about his decision to celebrate in front of his former team-mates and the fans who used to adore him. The 32-year-old revealed that prior to kick-off he had no intention of celebrating against Arsenal but was so overcome by emotion he couldn’t help but express his delight. "It was an interesting first half but there were no goals,” the Frenchman said in his post-match interview. “It was a good final and we have been better, more efficient in the second half.

Olivier Giroud celebrates his goal in the Europa League sport

Olivier Giroud didn't hold back his emotion against his old side

I didn't want to celebrate against Arsenal but I am so proud to win this trophy with Chelsea Olivier Giroud

"I am very proud, this team deserved to win something. It was special for me, I am happy for this club. It's my second trophy in two years. "These two clubs changed my life, they gave me the opportunity to play in the Premier League. “I didn't want to celebrate against Arsenal but I am so proud to win this trophy with Chelsea. "When you give me the chance to get game time I always try my best. It was our second target to win the Europa League after finishing in the top four so I feel blessed."

Olivier Giroud celebrated against Arsenal, despite spending five-and-a-half years at the Emirates

Olivier Giroud is embraced by his Chelsea team-mates after bagging the opening goal of the game