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Ismael Koné suffers broken leg during World Cup match for Canada

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:20 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Ismael Koné suffers broken leg during World Cup match for Canada
Summary

Ismael Koné sustained a broken leg while playing for Canada during their World Cup group stage match against Qatar on June 18, 2026. The injury occurred in the second half of Canada's 6-0 victory. Following the incident, Koné underwent surgery in Vancouver, supported by his teammate Moïse Bombito. Both Sassuolo, his club, and Lega Serie A expressed their support for Koné, wishing him a speedy recovery. The timeline for his return to action remains uncertain, but he is expected to miss several months.

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  • •Koné injured his leg during Canada's match against Qatar.
  • •Canada won the match 6-0 in the World Cup group stage.
  • •He underwent surgery in Vancouver after the injury.
  • •Sassuolo and Lega Serie A sent messages of support.
  • •Koné will be sidelined for several months due to the injury.
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  • 12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Koné injury: Sassuolo and Serie A react as Canada star faces lengthy layoff
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Sassuolo and Lega Serie A reacted to Ismael Koné’s horrific injury with the Canada national team, wishing him a speedy recovery: ‘We will get through this difficult time together,’ his club sai...

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