Michael Olise earns man of the match in World Cup opener against Senegal
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:31 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
In their World Cup opener on June 16, Michael Olise was named man of the match as France faced Senegal. Kylian Mbappe scored twice, becoming France's all-time top scorer, while Olise provided the assist for Mbappe's first goal. Olise's performance, rated at 8.01, came after a positional switch to a more central role in the second half. France won the match 3-1, showcasing a strong attacking display under Didier Deschamps. Olise’s adaptability and understanding with Mbappe impressed observers, including former forward Olivier Giroud.
- •France defeats Senegal 3-1 in World Cup opener
- •Kylian Mbappe scores two goals, becoming all-time top scorer
- •Michael Olise earns 8.01 rating, tops player ratings
- •Olise assists Mbappe's opener after moving to a central position
- •Didier Deschamps' tactics show flexibility with player positioning
- 11:31 PMYahoo Sports — Olise is your man of the match in France World Cup opener
- 11:31 PMBBC Football — Olise is your man of the match in France World Cup opener
"While Kylian Mbappe grabbed the headlines by scoring a double to become France's all-time top scorer, it was Michael Olise who topped your player ratings in their World Cup opener against Senegal.
"While Kylian Mbappe grabbed the headlines by scoring a double to become France's all-time top scorer, it was Michael Olise who topped your player ratings in their World Cup opener against Senegal.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 11:31 PMOlise is your man of the match in France World Cup opener
While Kylian Mbappe grabbed the headlines by scoring a double to become France's all-time top scorer, it was Michael Olise who topped your player ratings in their World Cup opener against Senegal.
- BBC FootballJun 16, 2026, 11:31 PMOlise is your man of the match in France World Cup opener
While Kylian Mbappe grabbed the headlines by scoring a double to become France's all-time top scorer, it was Michael Olise who topped your player ratings in their World Cup opener against Senegal.
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