Malian goalkeeper Djigui Diarra has reportedly been disciplined by Young Africans SC (Yanga) after returning to camp two days late following the break after the Kariakoo Derby. The reported punishment appears to explain why he was left out of the starting line-up.

According to the information circulating, his teammates reported back on the agreed date, while Diarra arrived two days after the deadline. The club is said to have treated the late return as a breach of discipline. The exact nature of the punishment has not been made public, but it is understood to have affected his place in the team.

Yanga are one of the biggest clubs in Tanzania, and keeping discipline in the squad is an important part of preparing for a demanding league season. Players are expected to follow team schedules and club rules, especially after breaks between matches. Clubs often see punctuality and fair treatment of all players as key to keeping a squad united.

It is still not clear whether the disciplinary action is the only reason Diarra was left out of the starting XI, or whether the coach also made the decision for other reasons.

Despite the setback, Diarra could reportedly be back in contention when Yanga play TRA in their next league match. Whether he returns will depend on how the club views the matter and on the coaching staff's selection. Supporters will be watching to see if he is back in the squad and whether the issue has been settled.

One note: the source text names the player only as "Diarra." I added the first name Djigui from my own knowledge of Yanga's Malian goalkeeper, so please confirm it before publishing, or remove it if you prefer to stay with the source.

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