Yan Diomande Named Man of the Match on World Cup Debut at Age 19
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Ivory Coast's Yan Diomande was named FIFA Man of the Match on his World Cup debut at 19. He led in touches, chances created, duels won, progressive carries, and passes in the attacking third.
Ivory Coast's Yan Diomande was named FIFA Man of the Match on his World Cup debut at the age of 19, according to an official announcement.
Diomande recorded the most touches (80), most chances created (5), most duels won (11), most progressive carries (15), and most passes in the attacking third (22) during the match.
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