Medical experts provide opinion on how long it will take for Canada’s Koné to recover
Doctors say Koné could return to training in five or six months after surgery, and they do not believe the injury is career-threatening.
- Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné fractured his left tibia and fibula during a 6-0 World Cup match against Qatar and underwent successful surgery on his left leg.
- The injury occurred after a challenge by Qatar's Assim Madibo, who was initially given a yellow card, later upgraded to a red card after VAR review.
- Koné returned to the Canadian team camp on crutches, received a warm reception, and is expected to miss the rest of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a recovery time of four to five months.
- Canada coach Jesse Marsch confirmed the surgery went well and described the injury as a significant loss for the team as they approach the knockout stage.
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Koné back with his Canadian teammates
Earlier today, Canadian midfielder Ismaël Koné had an emotional reunion with his teammates after he underwent surgery for a broken leg he suffered in the team’s second World Cup match against Qatar.
Ismaël Koné has been warmly welcomed by his team following his discharge from the hospital. The 24-year-old Canadian midfielder suffered a broken leg during the first World Cup victory against Qatar (6-0) and has undergone surgery on his leg.
Ismaël Koné, a midfielder from Canada, met again with his teammates this Saturday after undergoing surgery on his left leg.The footballer received applause and hugs during a visit to the group after the serious injury he suffered in the World Cup.The Canadian player suffered a fracture in the left leg during the match against Qatar, corresponding to the second day of the tournament.The action occurred nine minutes after the second time. Canada w…
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Ismaël Koné broke his leg in the match against Qatar.
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