Lothar Matthäus supports Michael Olise's preference for privacy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Lothar Matthäus defended Michael Olise’s choice to maintain a low profile at FC Bayern. Matthäus emphasized that players like Olise do not need to mold themselves into public figures or engage in frequent interviews to validate their place in football. Instead, their on-pitch performance should speak for itself, which Olise has accomplished effectively with his contributions to both Bayern Munich and the France national team. Matthäus believes that Olise should remain true to himself and comfortable in his own way, rather than conform to external expectations.
- •Matthäus praised Olise for being true to himself.
- •Olise has performed well for Bayern Munich and France.
- •Matthäus advocates for comfort over media engagement.
- •Olise's low profile contrasts with typical player expectations.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Lothar Matthäus backs Michael Olise’s right to keep a low profile
"Michael Olise is going to be himself at FC Bayern.
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