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Out six to eight weeks Diarra (hamstring) will be sidelined for approximately six-to-eight weeks after suffering the injury during Sunday's win over Fulham, according to coach Regis Le Bris. "Habib is ou...

Impact Diarra's injury is a significant setback after he made an immediate impact off the bench against Fulham, assisting Wilson Isidor's winner before being forced off in the 83rd minute. The midfielder had also impressed manager Regis Le Bris with his development during preseason, but the confirmed timeline will now keep him unavailable for much of the next two months. Sunderland will have to reshuffle their midfield rotation during his extended absence, with Diarra unlikely to return until later in the fall.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Forced off after providing assist Diarra (undisclosed) was forced off in the 83rd minute of Sunday's clash against Fulham after coming off the bench and providing an assist for Wilson Isidor, according to Scott Wil...

Impact Diarra made an immediate impact as a substitute, setting up Wilson Isidor's goal before his match was cut short by an apparent injury in the 83rd minute. The midfielder has started each of Sunderland's first two matches of the season on the bench, but his creative contribution against Fulham offered another indication of what he can provide in an attacking role. The nature and severity of the injury remain unclear, with further assessment likely needed to determine whether Diarra will be available for the upcoming fixtures.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for 2026/27 season Diarra has returned to Sunderland for pre-season training and will look to maintain starting time after an injury-riddled 2025/26 season.

Impact Diarra is preparing for the 2026/27 season after his time at the World Cup, scoring two goals in his three appearances (two starts) with Senegal. He will now look to recapture his starting time after he was hindered by injuries last campaign, missing 18 games while playing 20 times (15 starts), still recording two goals and two assists in 1,400 minutes of play. He will have a bit of competition with Enzo Le Fee to maintain his starting time. However, both can be on the field with Le Fee's versatility to play on the wing, the likely option for the Black Cats.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Belgium vs Senegal Extended Highlights 🌎🏆 2026 FIFA World Cup™ | Round of 32

Belgium vs Senegal Extended Highlights 🌎🏆 2026 FIFA World Cup™ | Round of 32

JULY 1 • FOX SPORTS

WHAT A BELGIAN COMEBACK 😱🚨 Instant Reaction to Belgium's 3-2 win in EXTRA TIME vs. Senegal ⚽️

WHAT A BELGIAN COMEBACK 😱🚨 Instant Reaction to Belgium's 3-2 win in EXTRA TIME vs. Senegal ⚽️

JULY 1 • FOX SPORTS

Belgium vs Senegal Highlights 🌎🏆 2026 FIFA World Cup™ | Round of 32

Belgium vs Senegal Highlights 🌎🏆 2026 FIFA World Cup™ | Round of 32

JULY 1 • FOX SPORTS

Opens scoring Diarra scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Belgium.

Impact Diarra opened the scoring for Senegal with a well-taken finish to give his side a 1-0 lead, but after he was substituted in the 73rd minute, Belgium struck back with three goals to bring his World Cup campaign to an abrupt end. Despite the loss, he made a meaningful impact across the tournament, earning back-to-back starts after initially coming off the bench against France and not featuring versus Norway, scoring in two consecutive matches while producing four shots and winning six duels, showing he could contribute effectively both as a substitute and in the starting lineup.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Habib Diarra cleaned up the rebound to give Senegal the lead 🇸🇳

Habib Diarra cleaned up the rebound to give Senegal the lead 🇸🇳

JULY 1 • FOX SPORTS

Ismaïla Sarr LOVED Diarra putting Senegal in front first 🇸🇳

Ismaïla Sarr LOVED Diarra putting Senegal in front first 🇸🇳

JULY 1 • FOX SPORTS

Senegal's Habib Diarra scores goal to take early lead vs Belgium | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

Senegal's Habib Diarra scores goal to take early lead vs Belgium | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

JULY 1 • FOX SPORTS

SENEGAL LEADS BELGIUM IN SEATTLE 🇸🇳

SENEGAL LEADS BELGIUM IN SEATTLE 🇸🇳

JULY 1 • FOX SPORTS

Senegal vs Iraq Extended Highlights | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

Senegal vs Iraq Extended Highlights | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

JUNE 26 • FOX SPORTS

Senegal vs Iraq Highlights | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

Senegal vs Iraq Highlights | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

JUNE 26 • FOX SPORTS

The early header is good for Senegal's opening goal against Iraq 🇸🇳

The early header is good for Senegal's opening goal against Iraq 🇸🇳

JUNE 26 • FOX SPORTS

AN EARLY GOAL FOR SENEGAL OFF THE CORNER 🇸🇳

AN EARLY GOAL FOR SENEGAL OFF THE CORNER 🇸🇳

JUNE 26 • FOX SPORTS

Habib Diarra gives Senegal early lead with goal vs Iraq | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

Habib Diarra gives Senegal early lead with goal vs Iraq | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

JUNE 26 • FOX SPORTS

Breaks deadlock in win Diarra scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 5-0 win versus Iraq.

Impact Diarra found the back of the net in the early stages of the first half with a header following a corner kick. The Sunderland playmaker made his first start of the World Cup campaign and looked impressive as a creative hub in the middle of the park, although to be fair, he was facing one of the weakest sides in the tournament. Diarra could have earned more playing time if Senegal advance to the knockout stages, but he'll compete with Pape Gueye, Idrissa Gueye and Lamine Camara for minutes, so it won't be easy.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Emerging talent in midfield Diarra has been named in Senegal's World Cup squad and is expected to contribute from midfield under coach Pape Thiaw, arriving at the tournament after a solid Premier League seaso...

Impact Diarra contributed two goals and two assists across 20 Premier League appearances this season, delivering a consistent attacking output from midfield that underlines his potential as one of the more exciting young players in Senegal's squad. His ability to arrive late into the box, combine quickly in tight spaces and contribute directly to goals gives Senegal an additional creative and goal-scoring threat from the center of the park, and his Premier League experience prepares him well for the physical demands of a major international tournament. For Senegal, Diarra provides energy, dynamism and a direct goal threat from midfield that complements the more defensive profiles around him, and his development as one of the most promising young players in the squad makes him an exciting option for coach Pape Thiaw to deploy throughout the competition.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Bags assist Diarra assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 victory versus Everton.

Impact Diarra only appeared for 13 minutes Sunday but was still able to make a mark on the match, finding Wilson Isidor in extra time. This brings the midfielder to two goals and two assists this campaign in 19 appearances (15 starts). However, he has not started in their past three games, hoping to be picked for the season finale after a starting role for much of the second half of the campaign.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots Saturday Diarra had three shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Wolverhampton.

Impact Diarra would see a decent tally of shots with three, but was unable to find the back of the net, as none of the three shots would be on target. This comes in only 18 minutes of play as he would appear off the bench, his first missed start since Jan. 24.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Sunday's win Diarra assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Diarra assisted Nordi Mukiele's goal in the 61st minute Sunday, the lone goal of the match. It marked his first assist of the season and his first goal contribution since March 3. In addition to his season-high two chances created, he was also credited with his second clean sheet of the campaign.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner from penalty Diarra scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against Leeds United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 58th minute.

Impact Diarra converted a penalty with a low strike down the middle to score the winner in Tuesday's clash against Leeds United. The midfielder has now started seven consecutive matches and continues to prove his importance in the attacking phase, scoring three goals during that span.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Habib Diarra's penalty lifts Sunderland ahead of Leeds United | Premier League

MARCH 3 • YOUTUBE

Sunderland progress 🐈‍⬛ | Oxford United (0-1) Sunderland AFC

FEBRUARY 16 • YOUTUBE

Habib Diarra redirects Virgil van Dijk's header to give Liverpool lead | Premier League

FEBRUARY 11 • YOUTUBE