Top seven assists providers at FIFA World Cup 2026 ft. Michael Olise & Brahim Diaz

Michael Olise leads the list with five assists.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is currently underway with its Round of 32 fixtures, with the competition already producing moments that will be cherished for a long time. While numerous goal-scoring records have been broken, the newest campaign has also seen exceptional playmakers excelling.

The tournament’s expansion to 48 nations has led to an increase in the number of matches, which in turn has produced numerous goals. However, each goal has been led by the vision, precision, and tactical intelligence of the world’s finest playmakers.

As the high-stakes knockout rounds intensify, the race for the tournament’s top assist provider has been one of the main talking points. This campaign is showcasing a fascinating battle between electric young talents and veteran leaders, who orchestrate crucial passes from unexpected positions.

From accurate set-piece deliveries to unbelievable through-balls that open up backlines, some players have separated themselves as the best creative outlets of this campaign.

On that note, here is a list of the top five assist providers in the 2026 World Cup so far.

Players with most assists at FIFA World Cup 2026

Rank	Player	Country	Assists
1	Michael Olise	France	5
2	Bruno Guimarães	Brazil	4
3	Brahim Diaz	Morocco	4
4	Martin Odegaard	Norway	4
5	Roberto Alvarado	Mexico	3
6	Alexander Isak	Sweden	3
7	Florian Wirtz	Germany	3

7. Florian Wirtz (Germany) – 3 assists

Despite Germany’s Round of 32 exit, Florian Wirtz finished the FIFA World Cup 2026 as one of the tournament’s standout creators with three assists. The Liverpool playmaker showcased his exceptional vision, creativity and technical quality throughout the competition, consistently unlocking defences with incisive passes and intelligent movement. Wirtz played a pivotal role in Germany’s attacking play, creating numerous chances.

6. Roberto Alvarado (Mexico) – 3 assists

Roberto Alvarado has undoubtedly been one of Mexico’s most crucial players in the newest editions. Operating as the nation’s primary right winger, Roberto Alvarado has registered 3 assists across 4 matches, setting up vital goals against South Africa and Czechia, before assisting Julián Quiñones in the 2-0 win over Ecuador. Alvarado’s elite link-up play has been vital for the side, as the tournament co-hosts have ended their 40-year knockout victory drought, guiding them straight into a historic Round of 16 qualification.

5. Alexander Isak (Sweden) – 3 assists

While Sweden’s tournament run came to a conclusion following a heavy 3-0 Round of 32 defeat against France, Alexander Isak leaves North American soil as one of the best attacking players of the competition. While being primarily associated with his clinical finishing, Isak drops deep into the midfield, allowing him to serve as Sweden’s playmaking option, providing three crucial assists during their dramatic group-stage run, also scoring one goal.

4. Martin Ødegaard (Norway) – 4 assists

The Norwegian captain has been in incredible form in Norway’s return to the competition after 28 years. Martin Ødegaard has provided three assists so far in the tournament. He provided one assist each against Iraq and Senegal before setting up the opening goal for Antonio Nusa in the Round of 32 and then came up with an assist for Andreas Schjelderup in the quarterfinal against England. His vision and calm progression have been crucial, with the player becoming only the third player to assist in three consecutive World Cup matches.

3. Brahim Diaz (Morocco) – 4 assists

Brahim Diaz has been Morocco’s chief creator at the FIFA World Cup 2026, near the top of the assist charts with four assists. The attacking midfielder has consistently unlocked opposition defences with his vision, precise passing and dribbling ability, playing a crucial role in Morocco’s run to the quarter-finals.

Whether operating as a No. 10 or from the flanks, Diaz has produced decisive moments in the final third, creating numerous goalscoring opportunities and establishing himself as one of the tournament’s standout playmakers.

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2. Bruno Guimarães (Brazil) – 4 assists

Operating from central midfield, Bruno Guimarães has been the main orchestrator behind Brazil’s quick, fluid attacking transitions. The player has managed 4 assists so far, assisting thrice in the group stage campaign, while providing his fourth assist in Brazil’s dramatic 2-1 win over Japan, supplying Gabriel Martinelli’s 95th-minute winner. With the team missing a proper playmaker in their playing squad, Bruno Guimarães has been vital for Carlo Ancelotti’s plans.

1. Michael Olise (France) – 5 assists

French winger Michael Olise remains the tournament’s most prolific assist provider, with five assists so far. Olise was exceptional throughout the group stages and the Round of 32, leading the team’s creative movements.

He supplied three brilliant assists across their group stage fixtures, while assisting two in France’s recent 3-0 win over Sweden in the Round of 32, creating a tournament-high xG value of 1.61 from his chances.

He is on track to break Pelé’s long-lasting records set 56 years ago, when he scripted history by providing five assists in a single edition, during the 1970 World Cup. Olise can break the record if he manages one more assist, scripting his name into the tournament’s history.

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