Amad Diallo’s Historic Winner Ends 20-Year World Cup Drought for Ivory Coast

In a dramatic 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage fixture, Ivory Coast’s Amad Diallo etched his name into the history books. The Manchester United winger, introduced from the bench, scored a stunning 89th-minute strike to secure a crucial 2-1 victory over a resilient opponent. Diallo’s goal not only broke the deadlock but also ended a 20-year wait for a match-winning substitute heroics by an Ivorian player at the World Cup. The last such feat was achieved in 2006 by Didier Drogba. The 23-year-old’s...