World Cup stars of the Bundesliga: Bayern Munich's Michael Olise
Michael Olise has lit up the Bundesliga with his swaggering wing play since joining Bayern Munich, and the 24-year-old is now shining brightly in North America in a talented France side.
Name: Michael Olise
Club: Bayern Munich
Nation: France
International debut: 6 Sept 2024
Caps: 22
International goals: 7
Stats correct as of 9 July 2026
How was his 2025/26 season?
The Frenchman was again in imperious form in the Bundesliga, racking up 15 goals and a league-high 19 assists on his way to claiming Player of the Season honours. He also sat in the top 10 for several other metrics, including shots, sprints, and intensive runs per 90 minutes, whilst registering 15 goal involvements in the UEFA Champions League and DFB Cup.
What he brings to the national team
His displays for Didier Deschamps' side have been similarly impactful. He has firmly established himself in the starting XI, registering seven goals and eight assists.
Olise has carried his impressive pre-tournament form, which included a hat-trick against Northern Ireland in a warm-up friendly, into the World Cup itself. He leads the competition's assist chart with five, setting up one goal in the opening 3-1 win over Senegal before creating two in both 3-0 victories over Iraq and Sweden.
What his coaches say
"Michael is brilliant. He's technically gifted, runs a lot, and moves cleverly. He has everything. He's doing very well for Bayern Munich and for us." - Didier Deschamps, France coach
"He's very detail-oriented in his work, that's what sets him apart. That was also true of Kevin De Bruyne, whom I watched at Manchester City on his way to becoming world-class. Michael can become one of the best attacking players ever. He's on a very good path." - Vincent Kompany, Bayern coach
