Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud is targeting a long run in the Champions League next season after the Gunners secured their place on the final day of the season.

Arsene Wenger's side beat Newcastle United on the last day of the season to qualify for European football's top competition, beating out Spurs to earn fourth place.

Giroud told the club's official website: "The goal relieved us and we could dominate the game after. We became more confident. We had our destiny in our hands. It was very difficult but the finish was amazing.

"It's 16 years in a row we've succeeded to qualify for the Champions League. We knew it was really important. For me it will be the second season in the Champions League.

"When you play in the Champions League, you always improve yourself and it's better for competition. We are competitors and want to play in the top games. I really enjoy playing against big clubs like Bayern Munich. I would like to go further next year."

Giroud scored 17 goals in his first season for the Gunners after moving to the club last summer from Montpellier.