Olise Breaks Pele 56-Year World Cup Assist Record
The 2026 World Cup has been a breakthrough tournament for Michael Olise, who has dazzled the planet with his performances. The French midfielder surpassed a record that seemed impossible to beat by notching seven assists, two of which set up Mbappé.
This achievement eclipses the six assists Pele provided in 1970, positioning Olise just five behind Messi's all-time tournament record.
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