Yan Diomande Named Superior Player of the Match for Ivory Coast’s Win Over Ecuador

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Yan Diomande Named Superior Player of the Match for Ivory Coast’s Win Over Ecuador

Diomande was a standout in his World Cup debut, inspiring the 1-0 win over Ecuador. While Amad Diallo scored the 90th-minute winner, Diomande had the most touches(80), most chances created(5), most duels won(11), most progressive carries(15), and the most passes in the attacking third(22). Ivory Coast are second in Group E and play leaders Germany on June 20.


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