Canada records first World Cup win over Qatar, but star Ismael Kone suffers broken leg
Google News Top—Canada secured a historic first-ever World Cup victory, defeating Qatar in a dominant display — but the celebration was darkened by a horrifying leg injury suffered by star midfielder Ismael Kone, who was stretchered off the field. Reuters confirmed Kone suffered a broken leg. USA Today described the injury as among the most disturbing images of the tournament. Canada advanced while anxiously awaiting updates on Kone's condition.
- Google News Top — Canada star Ismael Kone suffers horrifying leg injury in World Cup vs. Qatar - USA Today
- Reuters — Kone's broken leg casts shadow over Canada's historic World Cup win - Reuters
- Channel News Asia — Kone's broken leg clouds Canada's historic World Cup win
- France 24 — Relive Canada's first-ever World Cup win over Qatar
- New York Post — Ismael Kone carted off injured during Canada's historic World Cup win