League: Serie A Sport: Soccer Country: Italy Category: Scores & Results

Canada's Ismael Kone suffers serious leg injury against Qatar

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:18 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Canada's Ismael Kone suffers serious leg injury against Qatar

Summary

Canada midfielder Ismael Kone was hospitalized with a suspected broken leg following a challenge by Qatar's Assim Madibo during the World Cup Group B match on June 18 at Vancouver's BC Place. Kone was stretchered off the field in the 51st minute, prompting Canada coach Jesse Marsch to express concern over the severity of the injury. He stated that the bench heard the bone snap and highlighted that Kone is a vital part of the team. Following the incident, Madibo received a red card, resulting in protests from the Qatar bench regarding the decision. Marsch confirmed he would visit Kone in the hospital after addressing the press.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Status Watch

•Ismael Kone injured in 51st minute during match against Qatar.
•Kone was taken to the hospital for surgery preparation.
•Coach Jesse Marsch criticized the reaction of Qatar's bench to the red card.
•Kone was seen waving to the crowd while being taken off the field.
•Madibo received a red card after the challenge on Kone.

Latest Updates

1:18 AMYahoo Sports — Canada bench 'heard bone snap': Marsch on Kone horror injury

What they're saying

"
Canada coach Jesse Marsch said midfielder Ismael Kone was in hospital with a suspected broken leg after the horrific injury that marred the World Cup co-hosts' 6-0 thrashing of Qatar on Thursday."I haven't spoken to Ismael yet, but he's at the hospital.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Serie A Soccer