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Diomande shines at World Cup while grieving family tragedy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:55 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Diomande shines at World Cup while grieving family tragedy

Summary

Yan Diomande, a forward for Ivory Coast, is excelling at the World Cup despite personal loss. The 19-year-old RB Leipzig player has scored in his first two matches since making his international debut in October. He has been impacted by the death of his sister, which he discussed in an emotional tribute. Diomande’s development has attracted interest from prominent clubs, including Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain, while he focuses on his performances during the tournament. He prepares to face Germany in Toronto in a highly anticipated match.

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By the Numbers

•Diomande has scored 12 goals in his first Bundesliga season.
•He made his Ivory Coast debut in October, scoring in his first two matches.
•Diomande reflects on his sister's death in a tribute on the Players' Tribune.
•He faces Germany as a key player for Ivory Coast in Toronto.
•Interest is growing from top clubs following his standout performances.

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1:55 AMYahoo Sports — Ivory Coast's Diomande living World Cup dream, dealing with tragedy

What they're saying

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Two years after leaving the United States following a series of unsuccessful MLS tryouts, Yan Diomande is shining at the World Cup for Ivory Coast -- and still grieving a family tragedy.Diomande, 19, made his Ivory Coast debut in October and scored in his first two matches.
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