Olise Picks Bruno Over Ronaldo as Portugal's True Leader

France and Bayern Munich forward Michael Olise has caused a stir in the build-up to the 2026 World Cup, according to beIN Sports, by publicly naming Bruno Fernandes as Portugal's standout player rather than the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo.

The choice is a bold one. Ronaldo remains one of the most decorated players in football history and is set to feature at the tournament, yet Olise sees the Manchester United captain as the driving force behind the Portuguese side.

The comments are sure to fuel plenty of debate as Portugal prepare for their campaign, with fans and pundits divided on whether Ronaldo or Fernandes truly holds the key to the team's World Cup ambitions.