The Nations League second-leg against Croatia proved to be fruitful for the Bavarian club’s winger who lit up the show for France.
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In the wake of France’s successful 2-0 win over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League quarter final second-leg, head coach Didier Deschamps praised Michael Olise.
The Bayern Munich winger scored and set up Ousmane Dembele as France overturned a two-goal first-leg deficit to win 5-4 on penalties.
“He has a lot of qualities and has progressed a lot. He was brilliant [against Croatia],” Deschamps explained.
“Sometimes it takes a bit of time, but he has established a relationship with the front three [of Mbappe, Dembele, Barcola].
“I am happy for him. This suggests more to come, and he will gain confidence.
“He was maybe a bit shy and reserved, but now he has loosened up through what he did with Bayern Munich,” the Les Bleus boss added.
The 23-year-old has been ripping it up for the Bavarians since he joined from Crystal Palace, with 13 goals and 11 assists in 40 outings thus far.
