Michael OlisePlayer·Michael Olise has cemented his status as one of European football's most influential attackers, capping an exceptional 2025/26 campaign by being named the BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga Player of the Season. His stellar performances were pivotal in Bayern MunichTeam·Bayern Munich securing both the BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga title and the DFB-Pokal, alongside a deep run to the UEFA Champions League semi-finals.
In the BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga, Olise was a constant creative force, registering an impressive 15 goals and 19 assists across 32 appearances, accumulating 2,317 minutes on the pitch. This remarkable output saw him lead the league in assists for the second consecutive year. He also became the first player since Jadon SanchoPlayer·Jadon Sancho in the 2019/20 season to achieve at least 15 goals and 15 assists in a single BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga campaign, underscoring his dual threat. His offensive contributions were instrumental in Bayern's record-breaking goal tally for a single BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga season.
Olise's impact extended to the continental stage, where he delivered crucial performances in the UEFA Champions League. He scored 5 goals and provided 8 assists in 13 matches, earning him a well-deserved spot in the official Champions LeagueCompetition·Champions League Team of the Season. A particularly memorable moment arrived in the quarter-final second leg against Real MadridTeam·Real Madrid, where Olise netted a stoppage-time winner, propelling Bayern into the semi-finals.
Throughout the season, Michael OlisePlayer·Michael Olise demonstrated remarkable consistency, providing reliable goal contributions and posing a persistent threat to opposing defenses. Bayern manager Vincent Kompany lauded Olise's commitment and potential.
"Michael can become one of the best attacking players ever. He's on a very good path,"— Vincent Kompany.
Former player Roy MakaayPlayer·Roy Makaay also praised his exceptional dribbling ability.
"As soon as he touches the ball, opposition defenders are in a spin,"— Roy Makaay.
Olise himself articulated his ambitious vision for his time at the club.
"Win as many trophies as possible with Bayern – I want to step up in the big moments, make history with this team, leave a legacy,"— Michael Olise.
Olise's outstanding 2025/26 season has unequivocally solidified his position as a key player for Bayern MunichTeam·Bayern Munich and a prominent figure in the BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga. His focus now shifts to international duty, as he is slated to represent France in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World CupCompetition·FIFA World Cup.
Michael Olise lifts the DFB Pokal trophy with his FC Bayern Munich teammates. Photo: Jan Huebner/IMAGO
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