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Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud named among 2017 Puskas Award finalists for scorpion kick against Crystal Palace

Olivier Giroud's stunning scorpion-kick goal against Crystal Palace on New Year's Day has been named as one of three goals nominated for the annual Puskas Award.

The Arsenal forward produced a moment of magic to light up the Emirates Stadium with an audacious back-heeled effort on the volley which found the top corner and the Frenchman is now in contention for the best goal scored in the past year.

The award - which is described on FIFA's website as the 'most beautiful goal of the season' will be voted on by members of the public.