Olise Sets World Cup Assist Record as Fox Sports Broadcasts Historic Tournament

While the spotlight often falls on goal scorers, playmaker Michael Olise etched his name into soccer history during the third-place match of the 2026 World Cup. The Bayern Munich midfielder recorded two assists in the contest against England, bringing his tournament total to seven. This achievement surpasses the previous single-tournament record held by Pelé, who notched six assists during Brazil’s victorious 1970 campaign.

Olise’s performance directly contributed to Kylian Mbappé’s success in the match, setting up both of the French star’s goals. Mbappé continues to shatter records himself; he temporarily claimed the all-time World Cup scoring record with his 22nd goal, overtaking Lionel Messi. The French striker concluded the 2026 tournament with 10 goals, currently leading the Golden Boot race ahead of Argentina’s final match against Spain.

The high-scoring affair concluded with a 6-4 victory for England, marking a bittersweet end to Didier Deschamps’ tenure as France’s manager. Deschamps, who won the World Cup as a player in 1998 and as a manager in 2018, departs the national team following the tournament.

Global broadcasts of these historic moments drive significant engagement for sports media companies. Fox Corporation, which operates extensive sports programming segments, has seen its stock react positively during the event cycle. Shares of Fox are currently trading at $57.62, representing a 2.8% increase from the previous close of $56.05. The company holds a market capitalization of approximately $23.47 billion and remains a key player in the Communication Services and Entertainment sector.

What to watch

• Mbappé vs. Messi: The Golden Boot race remains undecided until Messi plays in the final against Spain on Sunday.
• Olise’s Club Impact: Monitor how Olise’s World Cup performance influences his role at Bayern Munich for the upcoming club season.

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