Canada's 6-0 victory over Qatar was marred by a serious lower leg injury to midfielder Ismael Kone, who was stretchered off after a reckless challenge. Qatar's Assim Madibo received a red card. Kone's absence could reshape Canada's midfield.

Both teams are winless and desperate, facing elimination in Seattle. Bosnia struggles defensively after a 4-1 loss to Switzerland, while Qatar is reeling from a 6-0 defeat to Canada and a five-match ban on midfielder Assim Madibo for a dangerous tackle.

Canada, riding a 6-0 victory over Qatar, faces Switzerland for a place in the World Cup knockout stages at BC Place. The Swiss, with Xhaka and Akanji, aim to counter Canada's offensive momentum.

Canada leads Group B after a 6-0 win over Qatar, while Switzerland needs a win to secure advancement. The final group match in Vancouver will decide which team reaches the round of 16, with both sides facing high stakes and tactical intrigue.

Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné suffered a double leg fracture in a 6-0 win over Qatar. Surgery was successful, but he will miss the rest of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Coach Marsch said he heard the bone snap.

Canada's Ismael Koné suffers broken leg in win over Qatar; Scotland fans take over Boston; Haiti ends 52-year World Cup drought; USA faces Australia in must-win group finale.

Canada's World Cup campaign is overshadowed by a devastating injury to midfielder Ismael Kone, who suffered a suspected broken leg in a match against Qatar. Manager Jesse Marsch fought back tears, describing the team as 'shaken' by the incident.

Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné broke his leg in a 6-0 win over Qatar, casting doubt on his World Cup participation. The injury, from a challenge by Assim Madibo, forced a tactical shift for co-hosts Canada.

Canada earned its first-ever World Cup victory with a 6-0 thrashing of nine-man Qatar in Vancouver. Jonathan David scored a hat-trick, but midfielder Ismaël Koné suffered a severe leg injury, casting a shadow over the historic result and raising concerns for the tournament ahead.

Canada coach Jesse Marsch confirmed Alphonso Davies is fit to play against Qatar in a pivotal World Cup group match. Davies missed the opener, but his return could reshape Canada's path to the knockout stage.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino dismisses concerns over US immigration policies that barred a referee and detained a player, while Thomas Tuchel's England win provides a bright spot ahead of the opener.

Protests and controversy mar the 2026 World Cup opener in Mexico City after FIFA president Infantino's dismissive press conference. A Somali referee's visa denial, along with demonstrations from teachers, families of the disappeared, and displaced fans, set a tense backdrop.

FIFA President Infantino faces a stormy start to the 2026 World Cup, with a Somali referee visa denial controversy, plans for three opening ceremonies, and bipartisan US skepticism over his ties to Trump.

The 2026 men's World Cup field is complete with 48 teams, while European nations battle for the 2027 Women's World Cup. Qatar's qualifying journey is highlighted.

Canada aims for first World Cup win in Group B with Switzerland, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Qatar. Key concerns over Alphonso Davies' fitness and reliance on Jonathan David's goalscoring.

Canada faces a crucial Group B campaign at the 2026 World Cup, with Alphonso Davies' fitness a major concern. They open against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto, then face Qatar and Switzerland in Vancouver.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup expands to 48 nations, 104 matches across 16 host cities in the US, Mexico, and Canada over 39 days. Questions arise about whether the scale serves the sport or the bottom line.