FIFA released a highlight reel featuring the most creative and decisive assists from the 2026 World Cup.
The collection showcases the technical skill of the tournament's top playmakers, emphasizing the impact of precise passing on match outcomes across the three host nations.
The video highlights several key players who defined the tournament's offensive play. Featured athletes include Michael Olise, Mostafa Ziko, Marc Cucurella, Bruno Guimarães, and Johan Manzambi [1]. These players provided the critical passes that led to some of the most significant goals of the competition.
Among the standout performances, Michael Olise of France achieved a historic milestone. Olise surpassed the record for the most assists provided by a single player in a single World Cup tournament [2].
This achievement breaks a record held by Pelé, who recorded six assists during the 1970 World Cup [1]. While the exact total for Olise was not specified in the highlights, he has officially moved past the mark of six assists [2].
The 2026 tournament was co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico [1]. FIFA produced the compilation to showcase the tournament's best creative plays for global fans and promotional use [1].
“Michael Olise surpassed Pelé’s record for most assists in a single World Cup tournament.”
The breaking of a record held by Pelé since 1970 signifies a shift in the statistical profile of modern World Cup playmakers. By surpassing six assists in a single tournament, Olise has set a new benchmark for offensive efficiency that reflects the evolving tactical nature of international football.
