Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Olise Breaks Pele's Record in FIFA WC 2026
In the FIFA World Cup 2026, Michael Olise from France made history by getting seven assists in one tournament, which is more than anyone else has ever done.
He helped his teammate Kylian Mbappe score goals, and Mbappe even became the highest goal scorer in World Cup history.
However, France lost to England in a very exciting match that ended 6-4.
England's player Bukayo Saka scored three goals, which is called a hat-trick.
France's coach, Didier Deschamps, ended his coaching career with this match.
It was a very high-scoring game with lots of goals and exciting moments.
Michael Olise set a new World Cup record with seven assists, surpassing Pele's 56-year-old record.
France's Kylian Mbappe became the highest goal scorer in World Cup history with 22 goals.
England won the third-place match against France with a score of 6-4.
Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick for England in the match.
France made a strong comeback in the second half but ultimately lost the game.
- Who
- Michael Olise, Kylian Mbappe, Bukayo Saka, Didier Deschamps, Thomas Tuchel
- What
- Michael Olise broke Pele's record for most assists in a single World Cup edition, and England won the third-place match against France.
- When
- During the FIFA World Cup 2026, specifically in the third-place match on Saturday.
- Where
- Miami Stadium, USA
- Why
- Olise's assists and Mbappe's goals highlighted France's offensive strength, while England's defensive and offensive strategies secured their victory.
France's Performance
England's Performance
Record-Breaking Assists
France's Performance
Michael Olise set a new record with seven assists, surpassing Pele's 56-year-old record.
England's Performance
England secured a historic 6-4 victory, with Bukayo Saka scoring a hat-trick.
Game Momentum
France's Performance
France made a strong comeback in the second half, scoring four goals.
England's Performance
England dominated the first half with a 4-0 lead, showcasing their defensive and offensive prowess.
- Player
- Michael Olise
- Record Broken
- Most assists in a single World Cup edition
- Previous Record Holder
- Pele (6 assists in 1970)
- Match Result
- England 6-4 France
- Top Scorer
- Kylian Mbappe (22 goals)
- England's Top Scorer
- Bukayo Saka (hat-trick)
- France's Coach
- Didier Deschamps
- England's Coach
- Thomas Tuchel