Why does Michael Olise play for France? His clear answer

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By: Manu Tournoux

New face of the French A team, Michael Olise presented himself to the press this Tuesday.

His discretion in front of the microphones contrasts with his force of percussion on the green rectangle. Shy, reserved, discreet, Michael Olise lent himself to the little game of the press briefing for the first time in his international career, this Tuesday, at Clairefontaine.

A newcomer to the France squad, the Bayern Munich winger explained why he opted for the French selection, when he could have chosen England (he was born there), Nigeria (his father’s country of origin) or Algeria (his mother’s country). My mother comes from France, when I was little I came here, I had the connection to France. This is why I chose France. »

Olise loves these 2 icons of French football

By coming to France during his youth, Michael Olise was therefore thrilled by the exploits of a golden generation, which he confirms with his British accent when talking about his childhood idols. Zidane of course, Titi (Thierry Henry, coach of the French Olympic team) the coach too, and many players in the French team who have qualities. But these two players, I like them. »

As a reminder, Michael Olise had an excellent relationship with Thierry Henry, who was his coach during the Paris Olympic Games and made him his playmaker.

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