Canada celebrates historic World Cup win despite Kone's serious injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 3:38 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Canada secured its first-ever win at the World Cup, defeating Qatar 6-0 at Vancouver Stadium on June 19, 2026. The achievement was bittersweet, overshadowed by a severe injury to Ismael Kone, who was only eight minutes into the second half when he was hurt in a foul by Assim Madibo. Following the injury, emotional scenes unfolded as players united to push for three additional goals, securing their advancement to the next stage of the tournament. Kone received medical attention and was taken to the hospital after the horrific incident. Canada prepares for their next match against Switzerland, needing a win to guarantee their spot at the top of their group.
- •Canada wins 6-0 against Qatar in their first World Cup victory.
- •Ismael Kone suffered a severe injury after a foul.
- •Kone's injury sparked an emotional reaction from teammates.
- •Canada is close to advancing to the knockout stage.
- •They next face Switzerland with group leadership on the line.
- 3:38 AMYahoo Sports — A day of tears, scuffles & history as injury mars Canada's moment
- 3:34 AMBBC Sport — A day of tears, scuffles & history as injury mars Canada's moment
"Canada's first-ever win at a World Cup finals should have been cause for pure joy - but was overshadowed by a horrific injury to Ismael Kone, and the angry and emotional scenes that followed.
"Canada's first-ever win at a World Cup finals should have been cause for pure joy - but was overshadowed by a horrific injury to Ismael Kone, and the angry and emotional scenes that followed.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 3:38 AMA day of tears, scuffles & history as injury mars Canada's moment
Canada's first-ever win at a World Cup finals should have been cause for pure joy - but was overshadowed by a horrific injury to Ismael Kone, and the angry and emotional scenes that followed.
- BBC SportJun 19, 2026, 3:34 AMA day of tears, scuffles & history as injury mars Canada's moment
Canada's first-ever win at a World Cup finals should have been cause for pure joy - but was overshadowed by a horrific injury to Ismael Kone, and the angry and emotional scenes that followed.
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