Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise set a new World Cup record with seven assists during the tournament, surpassing Pele’s 1970 mark. Despite the individual achievement, Olise expressed huge disappointment on Instagram after France finished fourth, losing 4-6 to England in the third-place match at the Miami Stadium on July 18, 2026.
Individual brilliance rarely compensates for a trophy-less exit, and Michael Olise is feeling that void. After a tournament where he rewrote the history books, the 24-year-old took to social media to process a jarring end to France’s campaign. It was a World Cup of extremes: a record-breaking statistical masterclass paired with a dramatic collapse in the final standings.
The World Cup Record and the French Exit
Olise didn’t just perform; he dominated the assist charts. By recording seven assists, he surpassed the previous record of six set by Pele in 1970, as well as Diego Maradona’s five assists from 1990. However, the statistical peak didn’t lead to a podium finish.
That we did not manage to bring the trophy home is a huge disappointment. It was not how we had imagined the end of this World Cup at the start of the tournament, Olise via Instagram
The journey ended harshly. While France initially swept through the tournament in impressive fashion, they were halted in the semi-finals by eventual world champions Spain. The final blow came on July 18, 2026, at the Miami Stadium, where France fell 4-6 to England in the match for third place.
In his reflection, Olise specifically credited departing national team coach Didier Deschamps for his rise. He thanked the coach for making my first call-up to the national team possible and for believing in me even in the most difficult moments,
adding, I will always be grateful to you for that, and I wish you all the best for the future, whatever path you may take.
While Zinedine Zidane has taken over as national team coach, Deschamps’ own future remains unresolved.
Socks and Street Football in New York City
Before returning to the rigors of professional training, Olise opted for a surreal detour. Just days after his international duties ended, the winger appeared in New York City to join an amateur match organized via the community platform GoodRec on a public pitch. In a move that stunned local fans, the former Crystal Palace star played without boots, opting instead for socks and loose-fitting trousers.
Even without proper gear, the technical gap was evident. Olise continued to use his signature move—cutting inside from the right flank onto his left foot—to dismantle amateur defenders. Following the conclusion of the match, the Frenchman posed for photographs with all participants. The organizers later shared the moment on social media, stating: He beats us even in socks. Thank you for coming to a GoodRec game in New York City!
Bayern Munich’s Stance on Real Madrid Rumors
While Olise enjoyed his New York excursion, the European transfer market was buzzing with speculation. Reports throughout July linked the winger with a move to Real Madrid. However, Bayern Munich has shut down those rumors with absolute certainty, stressing that a sale of Olise this summer is out of the question.
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The club’s management views the player as a cornerstone of their long-term project to navigate the strict competition of the Bundesliga next season. With a contract running until 2029, which is due to be extended, Bayern officials have dismissed rumors of a move as completely baseless.
Itu sama sekali bukan isu bagi kami. Kami senang Michael sudah kembali dari masa liburan,
ujar Direktur olahraga Bayern, Christoph Freund, as quoted by Antara on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Freund further stated, Dia akan memainkan peran penting untuk FC Bayern musim ini, sama seperti musim lalu.
Freund emphasized that Olise’s presence is crucial for the main squad and has not been a subject of negative discussion internally. The numbers support that reliance. Since joining from Crystal Palace in 2024, Olise has been a statistical powerhouse for the Bundesliga giants.
| Metric | Last Season (Source 2) | Two-Season Total (Source 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 22 | 42 |
| Assists | 31 | 54 |
The discrepancy between these two reports suggests a massive surge in the most recent campaign, though both confirm a player who has become indispensable to the squad. Bayern is now under pressure to swiftly manage the physical recovery of its core stars who reached the latter stages of the World Cup ahead of upcoming domestic and European campaigns, including Olise, Dayot Upamecano, and Harry Kane.
Olise remains on an extended World Cup break and will not return to team training until after the club’s Asia tour. He returns to a squad that views him as crucial for the upcoming season, regardless of interest from Spain.
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