Yan Diomande reflects on sister's death and its impact

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Yan Diomande reflects on sister's death and its impact
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RB Leipzig and Ivory Coast player Yan Diomande has shared an emotional tribute to his late sister, Roxane, who died at age 15. In a piece for The Players’ Tribune, Diomande described the shock of receiving the news while starting his professional career in Spain. He recalled feeling blank since her passing and expressed a desire to honor her memory by striving to become the best footballer, as she had always envisioned for him. Diomande emphasized the personal pain that fuels his determination on the field.

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  • Yan Diomande plays for RB Leipzig.
  • He lost his sister Roxane after a tragic incident.
  • Diomande felt shock and emptiness after her death.
  • He aims to honor her memory through his football career.
  • The tribute was published in The Players’ Tribune.
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RB Leipzig and Ivory Coast star Yan Diomande has written an emotional piece for The Players’ Tribune addressed to his late sister Roxane, who died aged just 15.Before moving to Leipzig, Diomande pla...

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