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 ready to shine brightly in North America in a talented France side.
Name: Michael Olise
Club: Bayern Munich
Nation: France
International debut: 6 Sept 2024
Caps: 15
International goals: 4
Stats correct as of 24 April 2026
How was his 2025/26 season?
The Frenchman has again been in imperious form in the Bundesliga, racking up 14 goals and flying high at the summit of the assists table with 19. He is also currently sitting in the top 10 of several other metrics, such as shots, sprints, and intensive runs.
What he brings to the national team
His displays for Didier Deschamps' side have been similarly impactful. In just 15 appearances, he has firmly established himself in the starting XI, scoring four times, including the second goal in France's 2-0 win over Germany in the UEFA Nations League third-place match.
If Olise can carry across his tremendous domestic form onto the international stage in Canada, Mexico and the USA, then France's Group I opponents such as Nicolas Jackson's Senegal and Julian Ryerson's Norway may well find him too hot to handle.
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 as well." - France coach Didier Deschamps
"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." - Bayern coach Vincent Kompany
