Ismael Kone Breaks Leg After Madibo Foul

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Ismael Kone Breaks Leg After Madibo Foul

Kone was stretchered off after breaking his leg in Canada’s Group B match against Qatar, following a reckless Madibo foul around the 54th minute. Madibo looked devastated after seeing Kone’s leg, with Qatar shown its second red card of the night. Kone waved to fans while leaving, as Canada led 3-0 during stoppage and controlled a grim, emotional match.

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