Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné suffered a broken leg in the 51st minute against Qatar.

What happened?

The incident occurred during Canada's 6-0 victory over Qatar in Vancouver last Thursday. Assim Madibo was shown a straight red card for the tackle.

Why it matters for Canada

Koné was taken off on a stretcher and later underwent surgery on broken tibia and fibula in his left leg. Canada's first World Cup victory was overshadowed by the injury.

What comes next?

The FIFA disciplinary committee said the suspension was for serious foul play and that the decision was subject to appeal. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | Last result | Canada 2-0 Venezuela (2025-11-19) | | Recent form | 1W-4D-0L | | Currently sidelined | I. Koné, A. Jones |

Canada will play South Africa in the knockout game on Sunday. The team is unbeaten in the last 5 matches. Madibo was also visibly upset and apologized in person to Koné after the game.