Olise hits five in five as Bayern’s breakout star rewrites stats | OneFootball

Michael Olise has quickly established himself as a key figure at Bayern Munich during the 2024/25 season, carving out a significant role on the right flank under Vincent Kompany. Since arriving in Munich, Olise’s impact has been immediate and measurable, particularly across the past five matches, where he has contributed five decisive actions—goals or assists—that have directly influenced outcomes for Bayern.

Olise’s recent performances at the Club World Cup highlight this upward trajectory. Most notably, he delivered a late winner in the 84th minute against Boca Juniors on June 21, a strike that secured Bayern’s place in the knockout rounds. In this tournament alone, Olise has recorded three goals and two assists, demonstrating his ability to make a difference on the international stage as well as domestically.

A statistical snapshot from Bayern’s last three fixtures underscores Olise’s value. Against Benfica on June 24, he managed a single shot without a direct contribution, yet remained a constant presence in attacking phases. The clash with Boca Juniors saw Olise notch the deciding goal and register four shots in total, while in the emphatic 10-0 victory over Auckland City on June 15, he was involved in four goals—scoring twice and providing two assists.

Looking at the broader season, Olise’s numbers place him among the Bundesliga’s most productive wide players. Across all competitions, he has tallied 20 goals and 23 assists from 54 appearances, with 12 goals and 15 assists coming in the Bundesliga itself. Among Bayern wingers, only Leroy Sané and Jamal Musiala have matched this level of output.

Olise’s adaptation to life at Bayern has been swift. He has started 28 of 34 possible Bundesliga matches and has shown positional flexibility, operating primarily on the right but also offering options in central areas when required. The current streak—five goal involvements in five matches—marks his personal best since joining the club and reflects his consistency in decisive phases, including the Bundesliga run-in and the Club World Cup.

Recognition has followed. Olise has been named both “Rookie of the Season” and “Player of the Month” for April in the Bundesliga, awards that acknowledge both his technical influence and his rapid integration into Bayern’s system.

Within Kompany’s side, Olise operates as a key creative outlet. His contributions reduce the creative burden on Harry Kane and bring a different dimension to Bayern’s attacking play, particularly in matches where space is limited or margins are tight. The late goal against Boca Juniors is illustrative of his ability to deliver in high-pressure scenarios—a quality that has become necessary for Bayern as the club pursues multiple trophies.

Olise’s rise is notable in comparison to some of the Bundesliga’s recent big-name winger arrivals, reaching performance levels usually associated with more established stars. His versatility and efficiency have set a new standard among Bayern’s wide players this season.