Olise Makes Perfect Start at Bayern, Kompany: He Is the Complete Package

Michael Olise has reaffirmed his status as one of the most dangerous wingers in Europe with a brilliant start for Bayern Munich in the 2026/27 Bundesliga. The 24-year-old now leads the provisional scoring charts with four goals from four matches, matching his best tally from last season, and has become the driving force of Die Roten's attack early in the campaign.

In the Matchday 4 clash against Union Berlin, Olise scored a hat-trick in a 7-0 win at the Allianz Arena. Although Harry Kane's 100th Bundesliga goal was the main talking point, Olise's performance was the real star of the show. He opened the scoring with a first-time strike from the edge of the box, then closed Bayern's goal fest with two more, including a spectacular curling effort from outside the penalty area. He also provided the assist for Kane's fourth goal, which was the English striker's 101st league goal for Bayern.

Olise's consistency this season is no accident. After being named Bundesliga Player of the Season for 2025/26 with 15 goals and 19 assists, he became the first player since Jadon Sancho to record at least 15 goals and 15 assists in a single Bundesliga season. Overall, he ended last season with 22 goals and 29 assists across all competitions. Now he looks even sharper: 18 shots (most in the league), 18 successful dribbles (most), and 55 percent of 47 duels won—remarkable numbers for a wide forward. He has also outperformed his expected goals (xG) by 1.7, making him one of the most clinical finishers in the league.

Bayern coach Vincent Kompany did not hold back his praise. "Michael Olise is the complete package," he said. "He has been playing at this level for almost two and a half years. I don't want to be a 'fan' of my players. For me, what matters is how they are as people—the way he plays football, but also how he is as a person." Kompany stressed that Olise's maturity off the pitch is just as important as his actions on it.

Behind the dazzling performances, Olise is known as an introvert. After the match against Union Berlin, he chose to let Jamal Musiala face the cameras for the Man of the Match interview instead of himself. This humility only adds to his appeal in the eyes of fans and coaching staff. Kompany admitted he is happy to let Olise do his talking on the pitch.

For Indonesian audiences, Olise's performances are compelling viewing amid growing interest in the Bundesliga. The German league is increasingly accessible through streaming platforms, and a figure like Olise—quiet yet lethal—is an attraction in itself. Football fans in the country can also learn from his work ethic and consistency, especially young players hoping to break into European competitions. In addition, Olise's sharpness early this season could raise the Bundesliga's profile in Asian markets, including Indonesia, which has long been dominated by the English and Spanish leagues.

Looking ahead, Olise's biggest challenge is maintaining consistency after the international break. Bayern face a packed schedule in the Bundesliga, DFB Cup, and Champions League. If he can sustain his level of play, it is not impossible that he will again be named Bundesliga Player of the Season and attract the attention of Europe's biggest clubs. Will Olise become Bayern Munich's new icon in the post-Robben and Ribery era? Time will tell, but his start this season has sent a clear signal to every competitor.