Michael Olise sets France assist record dating back to 1958

26 September 2026 13:32
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Michael Olise sets France assist record dating back to 1958

France defeated Türkiye 1-0 away from home in the opening round of the UEFA Nations League group stage.

As reported by İdman.Biz, Zinedine Zidane's side secured a narrow victory thanks to the only goal of the match scored by Kylian Mbappe.

The Real Madrid star was assisted by Michael Olise, who recorded his ninth assist for the French national team this year.

According to Stats Foot, Olise became the first France player since 1958 to provide nine assists for the national team in a single calendar year.

The 24-year-old midfielder plays his club football for Bayern Munich. Transfermarkt currently values Olise at €170 million.

France began their Nations League campaign with three points, while Olise added another milestone to his impressive year for the national team.

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