Canada’s Ismaël Koné leaves the field on a stretcher after suffering a severe leg injury during Canada’s 6–0 World Cup victory over Qatar in Vancouver. Multiple reports describe the incident as a “gruesome” injury that occurs after Koné receives a pass and moves to challenge for possession. Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo goes in for the ball and, in doing so, strikes Koné’s leg, with accounts describing it as a tackle from behind. Koné is carried off and Canada’s players and staff react as the match continues. Several outlets report that the injury involves multiple leg bones. The Winnipeg Free Press says Koné has surgery for two broken bones, and Yahoo Sports reports that he undergoes successful surgery to repair a lower-limb fracture and is expected to fully recover. Fox News and other coverage also link the incident to Madibo receiving a red card during the match. Canadian coach and staff later comment on the visible nature of the injury. Overall, sources agree Koné’s injury is the major development that follows Canada’s historic first World Cup win.