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Chelsea ace Olivier Giroud happy with Crystal Palace display: 'I'm adapting well and have a good understanding with Eden Hazard and Willian'

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud believes that his improved link-up play with midfielders Eden Hazard and Willian are signs that he is adapting to life at Stamford Bridge.

Former Arsenal player Giroud, 31, made his second start for Chelsea since his January transfer in Saturday's 2-1 Premier League victory over Crystal Palace.

He was unlucky not to open his league account, hitting the post in the second half.

Olivier Giroud is enjoying playing alongside team-mates Willian and Eden Hazard (pictured)
Olivier Giroud is enjoying playing alongside team-mates Willian and Eden Hazard (pictured)
Giroud started the match against Crystal Palace but was replaced by Alvaro Morata late on
Giroud started the match against Crystal Palace but was replaced by Alvaro Morata late on

'I'm adapting well, I try to have a good understanding on the pitch with the number 10s like Eden and Willian,' Giroud told the club's website (www.