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Bordeaux: Diabaté Emerges as the Key Player for the Girondins

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Cheick Diabaté: The Unpolished Gem Driving Bordeaux’s Attack

Often criticized for his unconventional technique, Cheick Diabaté continues to prove his worth where it matters most—on the pitch. The Malian striker scored the winning goal against Lille (1-0) on Sunday, reaffirming his status as an indispensable asset for Girondins de Bordeaux.

Despite technical shortcomings, Diabaté has earned the full support of coach Willy Sagnol, who sees his contribution as vital:

“The purist in front of the TV might feel frustrated, but as a coach, and I can tell you this is also the case with other coaches in the French league, we’re all impressed by his mentality. He wears down defenses, and at some point, they crack,” Sagnol told Sud Ouest.

Comparing Diabaté to global stars, Sagnol added:

“Like Robben at Bayern, Ronaldo at Real, or Agüero at Manchester City—all teams are dependent on their top players. Diabaté is that kind of player for us.”

His work rate and efficiency are central to Bordeaux’s attacking philosophy. With six Ligue 1 goals, he’s currently tied with Zlatan Ibrahimović and Edinson Cavani among the top scorers.

Even his teammates appreciate his impact:

“He grinds down defenders, he tires them out. Many criticize him, but we’re very proud to have him,” said Grégory Sertic. “He always manages to put in the decisive touch and has developed a stronger team spirit.”

Cheick Diabaté may not please football aesthetes, but in terms of efficiency, work ethic, and impact, he is undoubtedly one of Ligue 1’s most effective strikers.

Saima Ghaffar

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