Olise breaks Pele's World Cup assist record

Michael Olise has etched his name in World Cup history, breaking the 56-year-old assist record previously held by Brazilian legend Pele. The French winger recorded his seventh assist during France's 4-6 loss to England, making him the player with the most assists in a single tournament edition.

Olise's remarkable performance throughout the campaign in the United States, Canada, and Mexico made him a key figure in France's attack. His sharp vision, precise passing, and exceptional understanding with Kylian Mbappe were vital weapons for Les Bleus, forming a partnership that frequently breached opposing defenses.

Despite surpassing Pele's 1970 achievement of six assists, Olise still has a significant gap to close in the all-time World Cup assist standings, trailing Argentine legend Lionel Messi by five. With his career trajectory, the Bayern Munich player is expected to have ample opportunities to pursue further historical records in upcoming tournaments.

Meanwhile, the chemistry between Olise and Kylian Mbappe continues to be a hot topic among European football fans. Speculation about a potential future partnership at Real Madrid has surfaced, promising a combination that could shake the global football scene.