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Ismaël Koné stretchered off during Canada-Qatar match

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 11:26 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Ismaël Koné stretchered off during Canada-Qatar match
Summary

In a group stage clash against Qatar on June 18, Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné suffered a serious injury and was stretchered off the field. The incident occurred shortly before the hour mark after a tackle by Assim Madibo. Players from both teams displayed visible concern over Koné's condition. The Canadian Men's National Team was already facing a disadvantage, as Qatar was playing with ten men. Further updates regarding Koné's injury status are anticipated.

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  • •Ismaël Koné was injured during a match against Qatar.
  • •The incident happened just before the hour mark.
  • •Qatar was playing with ten men at the time.
  • •Players showed immediate concern for Koné's condition.
  • •More updates on his injury status are expected.
Latest Updates
  • 2:56 AMESPN — Canada, Marsch 'shaken' by gruesome Koné injury
  • 11:26 PMYahoo Sports — Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné stretchered off with serious injury
What they're saying
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The Canadian Men's National Team have been hit with a significant injury blow on Thursday during their group stage clash with Qatar.Already playing against 10-men, midfielder Ismaël Koné was seriou...

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Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné was stretchered off the field in the second half of the host nation's match against Qatar on Thursday at BC Place in Vancouver.

— ESPNby Beth Lindop
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