Patrick Vieira champions Michael Olise for Ballon d'Or recognition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Patrick Vieira has endorsed Michael Olise for the Ballon d'Or following an impressive season at Bayern Munich. Olise recorded 22 goals and 31 assists, contributing to a domestic double for the club. Vieira highlighted Olise's potential, drawing comparisons to past French legends Michel Platini and Zinedine Zidane. Olise was also recognized as Man of the Match in France's recent World Cup victory over Senegal. Vieira's comments add to the growing support for Olise's candidacy.
- •Michael Olise had 22 goals and 31 assists at Bayern Munich this season.
- •Patrick Vieira believes Olise can win the Ballon d'Or in the future.
- •Olise was named Man of the Match in France's 3-1 World Cup win over Senegal.
- •Vieira managed Crystal Palace during Olise's time at the club from 2021 to 2023.
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — Patrick Vieira is pushing the Michael Olise for Ballon d’Or agenda
"FC Bayern’s star made a strong case to win the Ballon d’Or
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