
Canada’s Historic 6-0 Win Overshadowed by Devastating Injury to Ismaël Koné
A dominant performance turned tragic when Ismaël Koné suffered a broken leg, casting a somber tone over Canada's first World Cup victory.
Jun 19, 2026
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A dominant performance turned tragic when Ismaël Koné suffered a broken leg, casting a somber tone over Canada's first World Cup victory.

Midfielder Ismaël Koné was stretchered off with a severe leg injury during a World Cup clash, leading to red cards for Qatar's Assim Madibo and Homam Ahmed, while Canada surged to a 6-0 victory.

Qatar will face Switzerland at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, marking its first World Cup qualification on merit. Manager Julen Lopetegui seeks defensive discipline while planning a balanced 4‑3‑3 attack led by Akram Afif.