Diomande Sets Sights On History After Ivory Coast’s Winning Start

Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande has declared that the Elephants are targeting a historic World Cup run after opening their campaign with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Ecuador.
Substitute Amad Diallo scored a 90th-minute winner in Philadelphia on Sunday to hand the West Africans all three points and boost their hopes of reaching the knockout stages for the first time.
“It’s always great to start with a win because it builds confidence,” Diomande said. “We know Ecuador are a strong team. We stayed patient, waited for our chance and took it.”
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