France's Michael Olise Wows NYC Crowd With Pickup Game in Socks

WHO:

Sports Illustrated - Michael Olise, a 24-year-old midfielder from France.

Sports Illustrated - Olise plays for Bayern Munich.

Goal.com - GoodRec, the community platform that organized the pickup game.

WHAT:

Sports Illustrated - Olise led France to a fourth-place finish in the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated - France lost to Spain 2–0 in the semifinal and subsequently lost to England 6–4 in the Bronze Final.

Sports Illustrated - Olise broke Pelé’s record of six assists in a single World Cup tournament, achieving seven assists in total.

FOX Sports - Olise is under contract with Bayern Munich until 2029.

Sports Illustrated - Olise participated in a casual pickup soccer game in New York City.

Sports Illustrated - Olise played in socks, black-and-white checkered pants, and a bright orange t-shirt.

Sports Illustrated - Olise set a record for the most assists in a single World Cup tournament with seven assists.

FOX Sports - Olise scored 22 goals and provided 31 assists in 52 appearances for Bayern Munich in the previous season.

WHERE:

Sports Illustrated - The pickup game took place in a park in New York City.

WHEN:

Sports Illustrated - Olise joined the pickup game shortly after the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup.

WHY:

FOX Sports - Olise's participation in the game reflects his genuine passion for soccer.

HOW:

Goal.com - GoodRec shared on social media, "He beats us even in socks. Thank you for coming to a GoodRec game in New York City!"

Goal.com - Olise showcased his technical skills during the game, including his trademark move of cutting inside from the right flank onto his left foot.

In a remarkable performance, Olise led France to a fourth-place finish in the World Cup, breaking Pelé’s record for the most assists in a single tournament by achieving seven assists. France faced tough competition, losing to Spain 2–0 in the semifinal and then falling to England 6–4 in the Bronze Final. Currently under contract with Bayern Munich until 2029, Olise continues to impress, with GoodRec even sharing on social media, "He beats us even in socks," after his appearance at a game in New York City.