Canada’s Ismael Kone releases statement
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Canada continue their 2026 World Cup campaign against Qatar in Group B. Cyle Larin was quickest to react to a save in the 16th minute to score his second goal of the tournament to give the co-hosts a priceless lead.
We’re one week into the World Cup - and there’s been wall-to-wall drama, endless golazos and some stunning results.
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.
When Canadian midfielder Ismael Koné was taken off the field on a stretcher during Canada's World Cup match against Qatar on Thursday, photos showed him inhaling from a small green device, prompting many fans to wonder what it was.
Canada's 6-0 thrashing of Qatar on Friday (IST) was marred by a horrific injury to Ismael Kone, who had to be carried off on a stretcher following a dreadful challenge from Qatar's Assim Madibo, who was sent off for the challenge.
Canada star Ismael Kone was stretchered off during the second half of his side's match against Qatar as devastating scenes emerged during the World Cup clash
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