Spain and Argentina faced off in the 2026 World Cup final this Sunday evening. Following the French team’s triumph, the assist rankings are now set in stone. No one managed to catch up to the seven assists provided by Michael Olise (the 24-year-old Bayern Munich winger/attacking midfielder) for France during the tournament.
It is a remarkable achievement, especially considering he finished three assists ahead of the runner-up, Lionel Messi (39, Argentina). However, the lasting impression of Olise’s World Cup campaign is also marked by his failure to score a goal and his highly disappointing performances in the final two matches against Spain and England. Nevertheless, one should not overlook the fact that seven assists in a single World Cup is an impressive tally. Olise is a player who is a joy to watch on the pitch, even though he obviously still has work to do to achieve greater consistency at the highest level.
