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Ivory Coast name World Cup squad: Yan Diomande and Amad included, Nicolas Pepe earns recall
- Ivory Coast announced its 26-man World Cup squad for 2026, with Nicolas Pepe recalled to the team.
- Pepe earned an international recall after scoring key goals in March friendlies for Ivory Coast.
- Zaha was left out after a prior recall to AFCON; the squad includes Amad and other Premier League-linked players.
- Yan Diomande and Ousmane Diomande lead the standout youngsters in the squad, with Diomande drawing Premier League interest.
- Key attackers Amad Diallo, Amad Diallo and Evann Guessand are included, reinforcing Ivory Coast’s forward options.
- Coach Emerse Fae, who led Ivory Coast to AFCON glory in 2023, remains in charge ahead of the World Cup.
- Ivory Coast will compete in Group E, facing Ecuador, Germany, and Curacao at the World Cup.
- Uncapped Anfe-Yoan Bonny and Elye Wahi are included after recent international allegiance changes.
- Ivory Coast aims to build on AFCON success as they prepare for the World Cup in 2026.
- The squad includes a blend of seasoned internationals and exciting youngsters, aiming for a deep World Cup run.
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