Yan Diomande aims for stardom with Ivory Coast at World Cup 2026
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Yan Diomande, a 19-year-old player for RB Leipzig, is set to represent Ivory Coast at the World Cup. He has emerged as a potential breakout star, having scored 13 goals and recorded nine assists in all competitions this season. Diomande's journey includes time spent playing high school soccer in Florida and a brief stint at Leganes in Spain before moving to Leipzig. His performances have drawn interest from major clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United. The World Cup offers Diomande a platform to further showcase his talent on a global stage.
- •Diomande scored 13 goals this season with RB Leipzig.
- •He previously played at DME Academy in Florida.
- •Major clubs are reportedly interested in him.
- •He has represented Ivory Coast at the Africa Cup of Nations.
- •World Cup participation could enhance his career trajectory.
- 7:26 PMCBS Sports — How Yan Diomande went from Florida prep talent to potential World Cup 2026 breakout star with Ivory Coast
"From the pitches of Florida to Europe, Diamonde is now set to feature for Ivory Coast at the World Cup, with the likes of Liverpool and Manchester United reportedly interested in the 19-year-old
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