Midfielder Koné, from the Canadian national team, suffered a serious injury during the match against Qatar, this Thursday (18), for the 2026 World Cup, in Vancouver.
Warning: the following images may be considered strong for some people.
At the beginning of the second half, the number 8 received a tackle from Madibo and it was over. The move generated immediate despair on the field, with players from both teams holding their heads in their hands as they realized the gravity of the situation.
After reviewing the play, Madibo received a straight red card and was sent off. , athletes from Canada gathered on the field visibly shaken. The attacker during the stoppage.
Removed from the field on a stretcher, Koné left the field to the applause of the fans present in Vancouver. The episode also caused confusion between members of the reserve benches of the two teams.
