Top five assists providers at FIFA World Cup 2026 ft. Michael Olise

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.

Top five Assist Providers of FIFA World Cup 2026

5. Roberto Alvarado (Mexico) – 3

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.

4. Martin Ødegaard (Norway) – 3

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. 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. Alexander Isak (Sweden) – 3

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.

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2. Bruno Guimarães (Brazil) – 4

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

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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