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Ivory Coast set to face France with Wahi and Diomandé starting

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 9:00 AM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Ivory Coast set to face France with Wahi and Diomandé starting

Summary

Ivory Coast prepares to face France in a warm-up match for the upcoming FIFA World Cup on Thursday night in Nantes. Elye Wahi, who recently switched allegiance, is expected to lead the attack alongside Yan Diomandé, who is rumored to join Paris Saint-Germain. The Ivory Coast squad will feature players like Franck Kessié and Ibrahim Sangaré, aiming to finalize their preparations. The match will provide a crucial opportunity for the team to evaluate their lineup before the World Cup.

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Key Details

•Ivory Coast faces France in Nantes on June 4.
•Elye Wahi and Yan Diomandé are expected to start.
•The team will compete at full strength for the World Cup.
•The match is crucial for lineup evaluations before the tournament.
•Other key players include Franck Kessié and Ibrahim Sangaré.

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9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Ivory Coast predicted XI v France: Elye Wahi and Yan Diomandé to start

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Elye Wahi and Yan Diomandé are both expected to start, as the Ivory Coast prepare to face France in a warm-up match for the upcoming FIFA World Cup.The Ivory Coast will face Les Bleus in Nantes on ...
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