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Canada’s Kone undergoes major leg surgery; to miss rest of World Cup (opens original article in a new tab)

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Canada's Ismael Kone had major leg surgery after sustaining fractures during a World Cup match against Qatar and will miss the rest of the tournament.

  • Canada midfielder Ismael Kone underwent surgery for severe lower left leg fractures sustained during a World Cup match against Qatar
  • Kone is expected to make a full recovery but will miss the remainder of FIFA World Cup 2026
  • Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo received a red card for the tackle that injured Kone

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