Michael Olise embroiled in a scandal involving his illegitimate child after the historic 2026 World Cup.
Star player Michael Olise is accused of abandoning his 20-month-old daughter and evading child support obligations, right in the middle of a flourishing career at Bayern Munich.
Amidst Michael Olise becoming one of the most sought-after names in Europe after his explosive performance at the 2026 World Cup, an unexpected off-field storm has erupted. The German newspaper Bild has just revealed details about the Bayern Munich star's private life, involving accusations of abandoning his illegitimate child and shirking his paternal responsibilities.
Secret relationship and DNA test results
The woman behind this accusation is Fatima Zaunbrecher, 34, a German of Moroccan descent, currently residing in Düsseldorf. According to Fatima, she and Olise met through Instagram in 2022, when the player was still playing for Crystal Palace in the English Premier League. The two are said to have maintained a long-distance relationship for two years before officially breaking up.
The incident occurred when Fatima discovered she was pregnant shortly after the end of her relationship. She claims to have given birth to a baby girl, who is now 20 months old. To prove her claim, Fatima asserts that a DNA test conducted in Munich confirmed Michael Olise as the child's biological father.
The dispute over alimony obligations and the silence of the 24-year-old star.
Despite evidence of paternity, Fatima accuses the 24-year-old striker of never having met his daughter and of failing to fulfill his financial obligations throughout the years. The French star's legal team initially proposed a monthly support payment of around 836 euros, later raising it to approximately 2,000 euros. However, Fatima maintains that this amount has not been paid as promised, and the case remains a tense legal dispute.
To date, Michael Olise and his representatives have remained completely silent to the media. The contrast between the €53 million transfer fee and lucrative salary at Bayern Munich and the disputed alimony figure has only increased public attention to the case.
A low point amidst the peak of a career.
The scandal erupted at a time when Michael Olise was reaching brilliant milestones in his career. After joining Bayern Munich from Crystal Palace, he quickly became an indispensable part of the "Bavarian" squad thanks to his skillful individual technique and sharp finishing ability.
In particular, at the 2026 World Cup, Olise made history with 7 assists – setting a record for the most assists in a single World Cup. Although the French team only finished 4th overall, his individual performance completely convinced the experts, even leading Real Madrid to put him on their top transfer radar.
These personal scandals could become a psychological barrier or affect Olise's professional image in the eyes of big clubs. A young talent on his way to becoming a global superstar but embroiled in accusations of irresponsibility towards his family is a regrettable scenario for French football.
