Ivory Coast coach Emerse Faé names World Cup squad with Bonny and Diallo
Coach Emerse Faé has finalised the national squad for the upcoming World Cup, featuring France-born striker Ange-Yoan Bonny who switched allegiance to Côte d’Ivoire. The team faces Ecuador, Curaçao, and Germany in Group E, with their campaign opening on 14 June in Philadelphia.
Ivory Coast coach Emerse Faé has officially announced the national squad for this year’s World Cup, confirming a roster that includes Manchester United forward Amad Diallo and Inter Milan striker Ange-Yoan Bonny. The selections mark a strategic move by the coaching staff to bolster the team’s attacking options ahead of the tournament.
Bonny, who was born in Aubervilliers in northern Paris to an Ivorian father, has switched his international allegiance from France to represent Côte d’Ivoire. He previously represented France at youth level before deciding that switching allegiance would offer a better chance of breaking into senior international football. The decision has now positioned him as a key figure for the upcoming tournament.
The squad has been drawn in Group E, where they will face Ecuador, Curaçao, and Germany. This grouping presents a challenging path for the Ivorians, who must navigate matches against a mix of South American, Caribbean, and European opposition.
Ivory Coast’s World Cup campaign is scheduled to begin on 14 June with a fixture against Ecuador in Philadelphia. The opening match sets the tone for their group stage efforts, with the team needing to secure early points to maintain their tournament hopes.
The announcement by Emerse Faé highlights the integration of players with dual heritage into the national team structure. Bonny’s inclusion, alongside established talents like Diallo, reflects a broader approach to squad selection that leverages international experience and heritage connections.
