Amad Diallo impressed for Ivory Coast despite Germany coming from behind to win 2-1 in their 2026 World Cup Group E meeting.
The Manchester United winger started for the Elephants in Toronto and was part of an Ivory Coast side who led at half-time through Franck Kessie before Deniz Undav changed the match after the break. Germany’s substitute scored twice to seal the comeback and book their place in the Round of 32, according to ESPN’s match report.
For United supporters, the result was secondary to another useful tournament marker from Amad. The 23-year-old had already delivered a decisive moment earlier in the group, and his latest outing kept him central to Ivory Coast’s attacking threat against one of the tournament’s strongest sides.
Amad’s World Cup role keeps growing
Ivory Coast still have work to do after letting a strong position slip, but Amad’s involvement remains a positive thread for United. His directness, balance and willingness to take responsibility have carried over from club form into a high-pressure international setting.
That matters for Manchester United because the winger is not just collecting minutes. He is gaining tournament experience against elite defenders, absorbing knockout-level intensity and showing he can influence games when space is limited.
Germany’s late recovery changed the group picture, but Amad’s performance gives United another reason to monitor Ivory Coast closely. If the Elephants progress, his summer could become even more valuable before he returns to Carrington.
