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Ivory Coast boss Emerse Fae has revealed why Yan Diomande is the future of the Ivory Coast team.
Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Fae has showered praise on breakout star Yan Diomande, whose scintillating performances against Seychelles and Gambia on his first two appearances for the side have justified dropping Wilfried Zaha.
The 19-year-old RB Leipzig winger was the heartbeat of the Elephants’ attack during their 3-0 demolition of Kenya’s Harambee Stars in Abidjan — a result that sealed the team’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Alongside Amad Diallo on the right flank, Diomande was involved in almost every threatening move, constantly tormenting Kenya’s backline with his flair, pace, and direct dribbling.
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11:07 - 16.10.2025
The Harambee Stars midfielder has reflected on Kenya's loss to the Ivory Coast, revealing key lessons and motivation gained from facing top players like Amad Diallo.
He capped off a commanding display with a stunning solo goal, dancing past defenders down the left flank before unleashing an unstoppable strike to double Ivory Coast’s lead.
It was the kind of fearless, expressive football that defined Zaha’s early days in the national team, but Diomande’s maturity this early into his career now make him a cornerstone of the Elephants’ future.
“Excellent,” Faé said when asked about the teenager’s performances on AIP.
“We were looking for a winger of his profile — provocative, skillful, and effective. He showed in these two matches that he has his say. After his transfer to Leipzig, he kept his head on his shoulders and made a great start to the season.
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Posta Rangers coach Sammy Omollo 'Pamzo' masterminded his charges to a 2-1 win over former club Shabana at Gusii Stadium, which has created a reputation for being a "fotress".
“ From his first training session here, he showed that he was a serious ‘client’ for this national team.”
Fae’s words underline a changing of the guard in Ivorian football. The AFCON 2023 winning manager has turned to the new generation — players like Diomande, Amad Diallo, and Evann Guessand — to carry the torch.
Diomande’s Rise
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His combination play with Diallo and Guessand during the Kenya match drew praise from fans and pundits alike, while his relentless work rate without the ball added a new layer of balance to the Elephants’ attack.
Zaha, who has not played for Ivory Coast since 2023, now faces an uphill task to reclaim his spot.
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With nine African countries qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, seven of them were led by former players whose tactical acumen delivered the coveted tickets.