We are here with the list of Top Players With Most Assists in FIFA World Cup History. Goals may win matches, but assists often define the world's greatest playmakers. Creating opportunities under the immense pressure of the FIFA World Cup is one of football's toughest tasks, and only a select few have managed to produce five or more assists in a single tournament.
With France's Michael Olise reaching five assists at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, he has joined one of the most exclusive lists in football history and is now within touching distance of a record that has stood for more than half a century.
Players With the Most Assists in a Single FIFA World Cup
- Pelé (Brazil) – 6 assists (1970)
- Robert Gadocha (Poland) – 5 assists (1974)
- Pierre Littbarski (West Germany) – 5 assists (1982)
- Diego Maradona (Argentina) – 5 assists (1986)
- Thomas Hässler (West Germany) – 5 assists (1994)
- Michael Olise (France) – 5 assists (2026, ongoing)
1. Pelé (Brazil) – 6 Assists (1970)
Pelé remains the benchmark for creativity in a single FIFA World Cup. During Brazil's legendary 1970 triumph in Mexico, the Brazilian icon produced six assists while also scoring four goals, playing a key role in one of the greatest teams ever assembled.
More than 50 years later, no player has managed to surpass his incredible tally, highlighting just how extraordinary his playmaking performance truly was.
2. Robert Gadocha (Poland) – 5 Assists (1974)
Polish winger Robert Gadocha enjoyed a phenomenal 1974 World Cup, finishing with five assists as Poland impressed the football world with their attacking style.
His creativity helped Poland secure a third-place finish, making him one of the standout performers of the tournament.
3. Pierre Littbarski (West Germany) – 5 Assists (1982)
Pierre Littbarski was one of West Germany's most dangerous attacking players during the 1982 World Cup.
His five assists showcased his pace, technical quality, and ability to create chances consistently as West Germany reached the World Cup final.
4. Diego Maradona (Argentina) – 5 Assists (1986)
Although Diego Maradona is remembered for producing two of the most famous goals in football history against England, his creativity throughout the 1986 World Cup was equally remarkable.
The Argentine captain finished the tournament with five assists while inspiring Argentina to lift the World Cup trophy, delivering one of the greatest individual performances ever seen at the competition.
5. Thomas Hässler (West Germany) – 5 Assists (1994)
Thomas Hässler added his name to the record books at the 1994 FIFA World Cup by matching five assists.
Known for his outstanding passing range and set-piece delivery, Hässler consistently created opportunities for his teammates, becoming another German playmaker to feature among the tournament's all-time assist leaders.
6. Michael Olise (France) – 5 Assists (2026, Ongoing)
Michael Olise is the newest member of this elite group after producing five assists during the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The French winger has been one of the tournament's standout performers, combining exceptional vision, precise crossing, intelligent movement, and composure in the final third. His creativity has been instrumental in France's impressive run and has established him as one of the best playmakers of the competition.
Michael Olise Has History Within Reach
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup still ongoing, Michael Olise has a golden opportunity to become the greatest creator in World Cup history.
One more assist would see him equal Pelé's long-standing record of six assists in a single tournament, while two more would make him the outright record holder.
Having already joined football legends such as Pelé, Diego Maradona, Pierre Littbarski, Thomas Hässler, and Robert Gadocha, Olise is now just a step away from writing his own chapter in World Cup history. Should he continue his remarkable form in France's remaining matches, the 2026 tournament could be remembered as the one in which a historic record finally fell.
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