Michael Olise scores hat-trick as France faces Northern Ireland
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 8:05 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Michael Olise scored his first international hat-trick in France's warm-up match against Northern Ireland on June 8, providing a strong send-off before the World Cup. Olise's goals included a deflected shot, a powerful finish, and a curling effort. The performance has led to discussions about his potential Ballon d'Or candidacy. France manager Didier Deschamps praised Olise's development and confidence heading into the World Cup, where France will begin their campaign against Senegal on June 16.
- •Olise scored a hat-trick in France's match against Northern Ireland.
- •France manager Deschamps highlighted Olise's improved confidence.
- •France will open the World Cup against Senegal on June 16.
- •Kylian Mbappe continues pursuit of Olivier Giroud's scoring record.
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Why France's Olise is moving into Ballon d'Or picture
- 8:05 AMBBC Sport — Why France's Olise is moving into Ballon d'Or picture
"After a first international hat-trick against Northern Ireland, former France striker Louis Saha believes Michael Olise can move into Ballon d'Or contention.
"After a first international hat-trick against Northern Ireland, former France striker Louis Saha believes Michael Olise can move into Ballon d'Or contention.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 8:05 AMWhy France's Olise is moving into Ballon d'Or picture
After a first international hat-trick against Northern Ireland, former France striker Louis Saha believes Michael Olise can move into Ballon d'Or contention.
- BBC SportJun 9, 2026, 8:05 AMWhy France's Olise is moving into Ballon d'Or picture
After a first international hat-trick against Northern Ireland, former France striker Louis Saha believes Michael Olise can move into Ballon d'Or contention.
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