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About Ismael Diawara
Ismael Diarra Diawara (born 11 November 1994) is a professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Allsvenskan club AIK. Born in Sweden, he plays for the Mali national team. On 11 August 2021 Diawara joined reigning Swedish champions Malmö FF to serve as backup to Johan Dahlin. He made his debut two weeks later following a Dahlin injury in the Champions League playoff return leg against Bulgarian champions Ludogorets Razgrad. After only conceding a goal on a penalty kick, Diawara and Malmö FF held on to their aggregate lead to advance to the group stage of the tournament. Born in Sweden, Diawara is of Malian descent. He was called up to represent the Mali national team for 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification matches in September 2021.
