AUGUST 8, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Fulham reach £15m Issa Diop agreement Fulham have made a breakthrough in their pursuit of West Ham United defender Issa Diop, The Athletic understands. West Ham have accepted a £...
Not involved in season opener Diop was not in West Ham's match day squad for Sunday's defeat against Manchester City.
Impact West Ham manager David Moyes said after Sunday's match that Diop isn't injured, but that he "didn't put himself forward to play," and that he's uncertain if Diop is aiming to leave the club. With Craig Dawson (thigh), Angelo Ogbonna (knee) and Nayef Aguerd (ankle) all injured at the moment, Ben Johnson was drawn into the starting lineup alongside Kurt Zouma in central defense against City.
AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
On bench in friendly Diop was named to the bench for Friday's friendly against Servette.
Impact Diop finished last season with an ankle issue and that seems to be dealt with at this point, almost two months removed from the finale. He started in just 16 league and UEL matches in the previous campaign and is likely to remain a backup, especially following the summer addition of Nayef Aguerd to the back line.
JULY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with ankle injury Diop is set to miss the finale with his ankle injury, according to manager David Moyes.
Impact Diop will miss his third-straight match to close the season with an ankle injury originally suffered more than a month ago. He helped when needed this season, but following the addition of Kurt Zouma, he moved down the West Ham depth chart and his future at the club is in the balance. After making 31 starts in 2019/2020, he's totaled 25 league starts the last two seasons combined.
MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Option if needed Diop is an option if needed going forward, according to manager David Moyes. "Issa Diop had a problem with his ankle but has made an incredible recovery. Is he a hundred per cent?...
Impact Diop's return only two weeks after injury is quite the boost for West Ham, though he's clearly not 100 percent. He'll likely be used as an emergency option in the coming week with Craig Dawson and Kurt Zouma still the first options at center-back.
MAY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
On bench against Arsenal Diop (ankle) is in West Ham's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Arsenal.
Impact There were fears Diop wouldn't be able to return this season after suffering an ankle injury a few weeks ago, but he has recovered enough to be included in the squad on Sunday and could even see some playing time off the bench.
MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doing well in recovery Diop (ankle) is "doing quite well" and "feels a little better" than originally hoped, according to manager David Moyes.
Impact Moyes is always a bit cryptic in his injury updates and it's likely "feeling better than hoped" doesn't mean anything in the end. It's assumed Diop will be out for the season, but the good news is that he is "doing quite well." Unless something changes, it's unlikely he'll return over the final month.
APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up ankle ligament injury Diop could miss the rest of the season after suffering an ankle ligament injury over the weekend, reports The Guardian.
Impact Diop suffered the injury late in Sunday's match and the early reports don't look good. With Kurt Zouma and Angelo Ogbonna already injured, the Hammers have a dilemma on the back line. They could move a youngster there in massive games or roll with someone like Ben Johnson or Aaron Cresswell in a central role, if not moving Declan Rice back. No matter, it will be a work in progress.
APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Struggling Burnley draws 1-1 at West Ham after Dyche's exit
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West Ham ends week of controversy with 2-2 draw at Leicester
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Assists in start Diop was a late replacement for Kurt Zouma, and provided one assist during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Leicester City.
Impact Diop was brought into the starting XI after an illness for Kurt Zouma caused him to be a late scratch. The defender figures to take over the starting role if Zouma misses any extended period of time. Diop could be in the starting XI against Newcastle United next time out.
FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
West Ham held to 0-0 draw by Burnley in Premier League
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It's a case of now or never for Issa Diop The threadbare nature of Moyes' defensive options is a concern – it's a great opportunity for Diop to showcase his talents
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Mourinho's Roma humbled 6-1 in ECL; Tottenham also loses
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Active in 2021 Diop made 15 starts from 18 appearances during the 2020/21 season.
Impact Despite barely playing in the first half of the season, Diop made 12 of his 15 starts from February of 2021 until May. Getting back into the starting lineup for an entire campaign is the biggest priority for next season, though Diop still has decent defensive value with 5.34 disposals and 1.53 interceptions made per 90 minutes.
JUNE 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Antonio returns to earn West Ham 2-1 win over Burnley in EPL
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Chelsea reaches FA Cup final to end Man City's quadruple bid
Manchester City's quadruple dream has been extinguished by Chelsea after losing 1-0 in the semifinals of the FA CupAPRIL 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
West Ham mistakes costly as Newcastle earns vital 3-2 win
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Issa Diop gives West Ham a lifeline against Newcastle | Premier League
APRIL 17, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Issa Diop own goal gives Newcastle lead over West Ham | Premier League
APRIL 17, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Lingard's double leads West Ham to 3-2 win over Leicester
Jesse Lingard took his goal tally to eight in nine appearances since joining West Ham on loan from Manchester United by netting twice in a 3-2 victory over LeicesterAPRIL 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
US Soccer, MLS and NWSL to test concussion substitutes
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Man City wins 20th straight game to lead EPL by 13 points
Manchester City has won its 20th straight game in all competitions and opened up a 13-point lead in the Premier League by beating West Ham 2-1 thanks to goals from center backs Rub...FEBRUARY 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Werner ends 1,000-minute EPL goal drought, Chelsea goes 4th
After exactly 1,000 minutes without finding the net, Timo Werner ended his Premier League goal droughtFEBRUARY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
West Ham beats Sheffield United 3-0 to maintain top-4 push
West Ham overcame the lackc of a recognized striker to beat Sheffield United 3-0 in the Premier League, maintaining its pursuit of Champions League qualificationFEBRUARY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
