Bayern star Olise fires France to World Cup qualifying win over Ukraine | OneFootball

Michael Olise remains on course for success – this time in the jersey of the French national team. The FC Bayern attacking player scored in the 2-0 victory against Ukraine, ensuring a perfect start to the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

The match in Wroclaw, Poland, where the Ukrainians have been playing their home games since the start of the Russian invasion, began with an early bang. As early as the 10th minute, Olise took advantage of his first chance with clinical precision. After a strong assist from PSG star Bradley Barcola, the Munich attacking star calmly slotted home from the penalty spot to make it 1-0.

With this, Olise continued his strong form on the international stage. Even in the Bundesliga, he was one of the standout players for the German record champions in the first two matchdays, scoring three goals.

France dominant – Ukraine unlucky

The Équipe Tricolore controlled large parts of the first half, hardly allowing the hosts any opportunities. Only after the break did Ukraine grow stronger, with Illja Zabarni and others creating high-quality chances. A header from Ibrahima Konaté on the line (65th minute) and the post saved the French from conceding an equalizer.

France’s coach Didier Deschamps made seven changes to his starting eleven compared to the victory over Germany in the Nations League third-place match – a risk that paid off. One of the “newcomers” was Olise, who immediately recommended himself with a goal.

Mbappé seals the win

As the match threatened to turn in the closing stages, it was captain Kylian Mbappé who kept his cool. In the 82nd minute, the Paris Saint-Germain superstar sealed the 2-0 final score with a precise finish. Alongside Olise, FCB defender Dayot Upamecano also played the full 90 minutes.

For Ukraine, it was their first defeat in Wroclaw after three previously unbeaten matches. For France, however, the victory marks a successful start to the World Cup qualifiers – and for Olise, further proof that he is becoming indispensable for both Bayern and the national team.

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