Michael Olise announces himself on the World Cup stage this summer
The World Cup debutant should play a pivotal role in France’s conquest for a third-straight final.
PARIS, FRANCE - SEPTEMBER 09: Michael Olise #11 of Team France pose before the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier -Group H match between France and Iceland at Parc des Princes on September 09, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Xavier Laine/Getty Images) | Getty Images Peaking at the Right Time Michael Olise has emerged as one of Europe’s most exciting creative talents. At Bayern Munich, Olise is enjoying a breakout 2025-26 season, combining goal-scoring output with elite playmaking numbers.
The 24-year-old’s ability to glide past defenders and deliver decisive final balls has made him a central figure in Bayern Munich’s attack. The Next Step At club level, Olise thrives with freedom—cutting inside, dictating tempo and consistently creating chances. For the France national football team, his role is more competitive.
Surrounded by world-class attacking depth, he is often deployed as an impact player rather than a guaranteed starter, but his ability to change matches quickly makes him invaluable. Can Olise make his mark to show the same consistency and production for France that he has for Bayern Munich? For anyone who has watched him this season with Bayern Munich, the answer would be a resounding, “Yes!
” Olise is one of the players who is most likely to gain a new legion of fans. While the Bundesliga might be considered that weird league in Germany for some, the stage of the World Cup could be one that propels Olise to superstardom. The Newbie on the International Stage Olise is expected to make his World Cup debut at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, adding intrigue as one of the tournament’s potential breakout stars.