France midfielder Michael Olise is still struggling with the pain of Les Bleus' 2026 World Cup elimination. Despite setting a tournament record with 7 assists, the Bayern Munich star expressed his disappointment on social media. « This wasn’t how we imagined the end of this World Cup », he wrote on Instagram, highlighting the huge letdown of not bringing home the trophy.
Why does this failure still haunt Les Bleus?
France, leading their group with 9 points (3 wins in 3 games), were knocked out in the semi-finals after a 4-6 loss to England. Their mixed performance-10 goals scored and just 2 conceded in the group stage-left a bitter taste. « Even though we didn’t win the trophy, I’m proud of setting this record », adds Olise, who was one of the few bright spots in the campaign.
What does this mean for France's future?
With a record of 1 win and 4 losses in their last 5 matches, Les Bleus must rebuild. Their next challenge, a friendly against Turkey on September 25, will be a chance to turn the page. « We need to learn from this experience and come back stronger », said the manager, emphasizing the need to focus on future goals.
How is Olise preparing for the new season?
Back from his break, Olise will join Bayern Munich for their pre-season tour in South Korea and Hong Kong. Despite the disappointment, he remains determined to prepare for upcoming challenges, both at club and international level. « It’s a time for reflection, but also motivation for the future », he concludes.
