What happened: Ivory Coast forward Yan Diomande shared a heartfelt public tribute to his sister, Roxane, who died last year. According to the report, Roxane had allegedly had her drink spiked before her death. Diomande's message reflected on her memory amid his World Cup run.

Why it matters: The tribute adds a deeply personal dimension to the rise of Yan Diomande, one of the breakout figures of Ivory Coast's tournament. The forward has emerged as a central figure for his country while carrying the loss of a close family member.

What to watch: Diomande continues his World Cup campaign with Ivory Coast as his form keeps him linked with a move to Liverpool.