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SUFC News: One-Time United Target Suffers Horror Injury in Historic World Cup Victory
Jonathan David scored a hat-trick as Canada won its first World Cup finals match, while midfielder Ismael Kone was rushed to hospital with a suspected broken leg.
- On Thursday, Canada recorded their first-ever World Cup win with a dominant 6-0 victory over Qatar, though the historic triumph was tempered by midfielder Ismael Kone suffering a suspected broken leg.
- In the 53rd minute, Qatar's Asim Madibo received a red card for a reckless tackle on Kone that left the midfielder unable to continue; Coach Jesse Marsch said the bench heard the bone snap.
- Canada held 78 per cent of possession and outshot the visitors 31-2, with Jonathan David recording a hat-trick; Cyle Larin, Nathan Saliba, and Mohammed Manai also scored.
- Canadian captain Stephen Eustaquio said the team feels "empty" after the injury, noting Kone "is going to want us to win the next match," while Marsch confirmed his family is with him at the hospital.
- The victory before 52,497 fans at B.C. Place leaves Canada leading Group B on goal difference; the team faces a must-win match against Switzerland on June 24 to secure a knockout round spot.
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Ismael Kone ruled out of Canada's remaining FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with freak injury
Co-hosts of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, Canada, after beginning their tournament with a 1-1 draw against Bosnia, have registered their first win of the season. The side took on Qatar in their second game and demolished the side, registering a 6-0 victory. However, despite the magnificent win, one of the game's biggest moments was the injury to Canadian midfielder Ismael Kone. The incident happened in the eighth minute of the second half. A…
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Leaning Left6Leaning Right6Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution35% Left, 35% Right
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35% Right
L 35%
C 30%
R 35%
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