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Canada's first World Cup win overshadowed by Kone injury - TSN ADVERTISEMENT Canada's men's national team won their first FIFA World Cup game over Qatar in dominant fashion. However Ismael Kone's injury left a dark cloud over the match. TSN's FIFA World Cup panel breaks down the contest. 08:13 01:37 01:47 02:43 08:01 02:08 02:25 03:11 07:10 01:43 03:03 01:54 02:30 00:58 01:16 01:38 01:27 01:45 01:43 04:30 01:41 04:18 01:26 05:49 07:04 02:31 01:26 01:19 01:40 01:46 Sign In/Subscribe 12:45AM - 3:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 2:00AM - 3:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 12:45AM - 3:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 12:45AM - 3:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 12:45AM - 3:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 4:45AM - 5:00PM Sign In/Subscribe 12:45AM - 4:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 12:30AM - 4:15AM Sign In/Subscribe 12:30AM - 4:15AM 08:13 08:01 03:03 02:30 03:11 02:43 02:25 01:54 01:16 02:08 00:58 01:43 01:37 02:06 05:49 01:56 04:15 06:57 06:09 04:58 04:38 04:05 00:14 00:34 00:29 02:13 01:54 02:45 01:47 01:13 03:29 01:38 01:27 01:45 01:43 04:30 01:41 04:18 01:24 01:39 01:26 07:10 07:04 07:10 01:23 02:15 01:08 01:14 01:47 02:31 05:30 01:39 05:…

What did Canada coach Marsch say after Ismael Kone's injury? Canada head coach Jesse Marsch said you “could hear the bone snap” as he provided an update on Ismael Kone following his horror injury in the nation’s 6-0 FIFA World Cup rout of nine-man Qatar. Kone was left badly injured following a tackle from Qatar’s Assim Madibo in Vancouver, where co-hosts Canada celebrated their first ever Men’s World Cup win. Madibo – visibly distraught in wake of the incident – was sent off after a VAR review. ‘PUT YOUR SEAT BELTS ON AND GET READY’:Canada star man delivers with World Cup breakthrough‘THEY’RE PLAYING FOR A HIGHER CAUSE’:‘Heartbeat’ of Canada’s World Cup team suffers horror injury Canada staff could be heard saying “his leg is broken”, with players visibly distressed as Kone received treatment on the field before being carted from the BC Place field, where he applauded the crowd. Both sets of coaching staff also clashed on the touchline. The red card was Qatar’s second of the game, with Homam Ahmed having been sent off in the 33rd minute. A post shared by Football360.com.au (@football360au) It was an historic day in Group B as Canada soared to unprecedented heights, while Jo…

Canada achieve historic first men's World Cup win — but Ismaël Koné ... FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE 2m ago Nathan Saliba holds up injured Ismael Kone's shirt after scoring Canada's fourth goal against QatarFran Santiago / Getty Images If you were in BC Place, consider yourself lucky: you witnessed the greatest result in Canadian men’s soccer history. This 6-0 win over Qatar was the day Canada took a step from World Cup outsider into a different tier: they were clinical from start to finish and with all six goals, eviscerated the memories of World Cup heartbreak. Advertisement Jesse Marsch’s side was 3-0 up by half time and Qatar were down to 10 men after a red card for Homam Al-Amin. But the day will also be remembered for the apparently very serious lower left leg injury suffered by Ismaël Koné after a challenge by Assim Madibo, which also saw him sent off. Nathan Saliba came on to replace Koné and promptly scored Canada’s fourth goal, celebrating by holding up Koné’s No. 8 shirt, and then a Qatar own goal made it 5-0 to the co-hosts. Jonathan David scored Canada’s sixth, completing his hat-trick which also puts him joint-top of the Golden Boot standings, for the player w…

Canada rout Qatar 6-0 after double red card chaos, Kone injury Qatar’s World Cup loss to Canada on Thursday spiraled so badly that goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada appeared in tears after the final whistle, receiving consolation from a teammate and...

Scary Scenes! Ismael Kone Suffers Horrific Leg Injury During Canada's 6 ... Canada's dominant FIFA World Cup victory over Qatar was overshadowed by a serious injury to midfielder Ismael Kone during their Group B clash on Thursday. The 24-year-old was forced off the field after a heavy challenge left players and fans fearing the worst. The incident occurred early in the second half when Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo lunged into a tackle on Kone. Medical staff rushed onto the pitch as the Canadian international remained on the ground in visible pain. The midfielder received lengthy treatment before being stretchered off. Let us know! 👂 What type of content would you like to see from us this year? — HubSpot (@HubSpot) Referee officials initially showed Madibo a yellow card, but the decision was upgraded to a straight red after a VAR review. The challenge was deemed dangerous, with players from both teams expressing concern for Kone as he was taken away for further medical evaluation. Despite securing a historic victory, Canada's celebrations were subdued as attention turned to Kone's condition. Teammates paid tribute to the midfielder after the match, while fans across the football w…

(VIDEO) Qatar Suffers Historic 6-0 Defeat to Canada in World Cup Group ... Mahmud Abunada (Qatari soccer player) VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Qatar endured its worst World Cup defeat in the nation's brief tournament history, falling 6-0 to Canada on Thursday in a Group B match marred by red cards, a serious injury and defensive breakdowns. The result left Qatar at the bottom of the group standings while Canada secured a crucial victory in front of a supportive home crowd at BC Place. The match highlighted the challenges facing the Gulf nation as it seeks to build competitive momentum following its hosting role in 2022. Qatar goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada appeared visibly distraught after the final whistle, receiving consolation from a teammate and Canada's Jacob Schaffelburg. Coach Julen Lopetegui acknowledged the difficult circumstances. "It was a tough match, because everything that could go wrong, did go wrong," he said. "That's how football is sometimes." The defeat surpassed Qatar's previous worst World Cup losses during its 2022 hosting campaign, where it fell 2-0 to Ecuador, 3-1 to Senegal and 2-0 to the Netherlands. Thursday's result represented a significant setback for a t…

Red cards, broken leg and tears in Canada vs Qatar AP Qatar's Lucas Mendes (3) and Canada's Richie Laryea (22) battle for the ball during the World Cup Group B soccer match between Canada and Qatar in Vancouver Qatar endured the darkest night in its brief World Cup history on Friday, collapsing to a 6-0 defeat against Canada after finishing most of the second half with nine men in a match marred by a serious injury to Canadian midfielder Ismael Kone. The heavy loss was Qatar's biggest-ever defeat at a World Cup, surpassing the three defeats it suffered as tournament hosts in 2022. Goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada appeared overcome with emotion after the final whistle, breaking down in tears before being consoled by a teammate and Canada's Jacob Schaffelburg. Also Read: FIFA World Cup 2026: Canada make history, rout Qatar for first World Cup victory "It was a tough match, because everything that could go wrong, did go wrong," Qatar coach Julen Lopetegui said. "That's how football is sometimes." Qatar's hopes unraveled after defender Homam Ahmed was sent off in the 33rd minute when his yellow card was upgraded to a red following a review. Live Events The situation worsened in the second h…

Red cards and poor defense send Qatar to its worst World Cup loss, a 6 ... Qatar goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada reacts after the World Cup Group B soccer match between Canada and Qatar in Vancouver, British Columbia, Thursday, June 18, 2026. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP) Qatar’s Ayoub Aloui, left, and Canada’s Jacob Shaffelburg embrace after Canada’s victory in the World Cup Group B soccer match against Qatar in Vancouver, British Columbia, Thursday, June 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) Qatar’s Lucas Mendes (3) and Canada’s Richie Laryea (22) battle for the ball during the World Cup Group B soccer match between Canada and Qatar in Vancouver, British Columbia, Thursday, June 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Emma Peterson) Qatar’s Boualem Khoukhi (16) heads the ball over Canada’s Tani Oluwaseyi (12) during the World Cup Group B soccer match between Canada and Qatar in Vancouver, British Columbia, Thursday, June 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Emma Peterson) VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Qatar’s World Cup defeat to Canada on Thursday went so awry that goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada appeared to break down in tears after the final whistle, receiving comfort from a teammate and Canada’s Jacob Schaff…

Jesse Marsch responds after Canada Qatar row - HITC Follow us on Google Discover Canada’s landmark night at the World Cup came with a sharp edge after they beat Qatar 6-0 at BC Place. The result should have stood alone. Instead, it was shaped by the serious injury to Ismael Kone, who broke his leg after a challenge from Assim Madibo. That challenge led to more tension between the benches, with Qatar reduced to nine men before Jesse Marsch and Julen Lopetegui exchanged words after full-time. What Jesse Marsch said after Canada and Qatar clash Photo by Sarah Stier – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images Marsch was asked about the incident after the match and gave a blunt answer. He said: “I’m not spending one second discussing it, it’s not worth any of our time to discuss.” Lopetegui kept his own response short. He said: “It’s between him and me.” That made Marsch’s restraint more notable, because the Canada boss could easily have kept the row alive. Instead, Marsch moved the focus back to the player who mattered most. Madibo had apologised to Kone in the Canada dressing room, and Marsch made clear he did not believe the tackle was intended to cause such damage. Marsch was right not to let Qat…

Mark Carney's inspiring locker room speech after Canada's 6-0 World Cup ... Mark Carney delivered a speech in the Canada locker room after its 6-0 victory over Qatar (Image: undefined) Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney celebrated with Canada's national team in their locker room following an historic World Cup triumph. Before the match began, speculation swirled about whether Carney's presence might influence Canada 's performance. Those doubts evaporated as Canada delivered a commanding performance, cruising to an impressive 6-0 win and advancing significantly toward the knockout rounds - even as star midfielder Ismael Kone was transported to hospital following a devastating injury. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT Carney observed the game from a suite alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino before making his way to the Canadian changing room to commend the players on their remarkable achievement. His presence carried historical significance, as the prime minister became the first leader of a host nation to attend a World Cup fixture. World Cup 2026 decision divides opinion as controversy erupts Canada reverses visa block on Elye Wahi after spot-fixing allegations "Let me…

Canada win turns emotional as Kone set to undergo surgery, Saliba pays touching tribute Canada achieved a historic 6-0 FIFA World Cup win against Qatar, marked by Jonathan David's hat-trick. However, the victory was marred by a severe leg injury to Ismaël Koné, leading to a red card for Qatar's Assim Madibo. Substitute Nathan Saliba honored Koné with an emotional goal celebration, showcasing the team's spirit amidst the triumph.

Red cards and poor defense send Qatar to its worst World Cup loss, a 6 ... By Canadian Press on June 18, 2026. VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Qatar’s World Cup defeat to Canada on Thursday went so awry that goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada appeared to break down in tears after the final whistle, receiving comfort from a teammate and Canada’s Jacob Schaffelburg. “It was a tough match, because everything that could go wrong, did go wrong,” coach Julen Lopetegui said. “That’s how football is sometimes.” Qatar played two men down for most of the second half after a pair of red cards and went onto lose 6-0,the worst defeat in the Persian Gulf country’s shortWorld Cuphistory. Qatar debuted in the tournament as the host in 2022 and lost 2-0 to Ecuador, 3-1 to Senegal and 2-0 to the Netherlands. The second red card was issued to midfielder Assim Madibo, who tackled Canada’s Ismaël Koné from behind, breaking Koné’s lower left leg. Koné was stretchered off the field and taken to a hospital for surgery. Koné’s replacement, Nathan Saliba, buried a 20-yard free kick in the 64th minute for Canada’s fourth goal. Controlling rebounds was a struggle for the Qatari defenders, who could not clea…

Qatar suffers its worst World Cup loss, a 6-0 embarrassment vs Canada Qatar’s World Cup defeat to Canada on Thursday went so awry that goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada appeared to break down in tears after the final whistle, receiving comfort from a teammate and Canada’s Jacob Schaffelburg.“It was a tough match, because everything that could go wrong, did go wrong,” coach Julen Lopetegui said. “That’s how football is sometimes.”For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Qatar played two men down for most of the second half after a pair of red cards and went on to lose 6-0, the worst defeat in the Arabian Gulf country’s short World Cup history. Qatar debuted in the tournament as the host in 2022 and lost 2-0 to Ecuador, 3-1 to Senegal and 2-0 to the Netherlands.The second red card was issued to midfielder Assim Madibo, who tackled Canada’s Ismael Kone from behind, breaking Kone’s lower left leg. Kone was stretchered off the field and taken to a hospital for surgery.Kone’s replacement, Nathan Saliba, buried a 20-yard free

Angry Canada head coach Jesse Marsch hits out at Qatar boss after two ... ByJACK BEZANTS, US DEPUTY SPORTS EDITOR Published:23:32 EDT, 18 June 2026|Updated:00:18 EDT, 19 June 2026 27 Viewcomments Canada's managerJesse Marschtook a shot at Qatar head coachJulen Lopeteguiafter his team's 6-0 World Cup victory came at a huge cost on Thursday night. Key Canada midfielder Ismael Kone broke his leg in the game in Vancouver and was having surgery late on Thursday night after a bad challenge by Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo. Kone's shocked teammates clashed with their Qatari opponents while trainers rushed onto the field to treat the injured player. Marsch and his coaching staff clashed with Lopetegui and the Qatar dugout as they were protesting Madibo getting a red card. Those scenes were repeated at the final whistle when Lopetegui appeared to confront Marsch, who threw his arms up and stormed off from the coach. And when he was asked in his post-match press conference about the incident, he had an abrupt reply. 'I'm not spending one second (discussing it), it's not worth any of our time to discuss,' he said. Lopetegui remained coy and would only say: 'It’s between him and me.'…