Karl-Heinz Rummenigge criticizes media treatment of Michael Olise

Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, Bayern Munich’s supervisory board member, spoke out on September 27, 2026, regarding the media’s criticism of player Michael Olise. Rummenigge believes the backlash against Olise’s brief interview responses is excessive and constitutes a media campaign. He highlighted that footballers should be judged on their performance on the pitch rather than their off-field communication style, describing Olise's directness as refreshing. He hopes the media will cease its controversy surrounding the player’s interview habits.

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