World Cup 2026 Highlights and Moments Missed Overnight as Canada Squad Shaken by Horror Injury
Canada secured a historic 6-0 win over Qatar in the World Cup group stage, with Jonathan David scoring a hat-trick. However, the victory was marred by a serious injury to Ismael Kone, who was rushed to hospital with a suspected broken leg after being fouled by Qatar's Assim Madibo. Madibo was sent off for the tackle, and Qatar's Homam Ahmed had already been dismissed in the first half.
Canada manager Jesse Marsch praised his team's character and resilience in the face of the injury, saying the players were "crushed" but managed to stay focused and finish the job. The win was Canada's first-ever World Cup victory, with Cyle Larin and Nathan Saliba also on target, in addition to an own goal by Mohamed Manai.
In another World Cup match, Mexico became the first team to qualify for the knockout stages with a 1-0 win over South Korea. Luis Romo scored the only goal of the game, capitalizing on a loose ball spilled by South Korean goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu. The result ensures Mexico will finish top of Group A and play on home soil in the last 32 and last 16 if they progress.
Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr team was denied the Saudi League title due to a mistake by Brazilian goalkeeper Bento. The error allowed the opposing team to equalize, delaying Ronaldo's first title in Saudi Arabia. In the Premier League, the governing body explained why Tottenham was not awarded a penalty in their draw against Leeds, citing the reason for the decision.
Canada manager Jesse Marsch praised his team's character and resilience in the face of the injury, saying the players were "crushed" but managed to stay focused and finish the job. The win was Canada's first-ever World Cup victory, with Cyle Larin and Nathan Saliba also on target, in addition to an own goal by Mohamed Manai.
In another World Cup match, Mexico became the first team to qualify for the knockout stages with a 1-0 win over South Korea. Luis Romo scored the only goal of the game, capitalizing on a loose ball spilled by South Korean goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu. The result ensures Mexico will finish top of Group A and play on home soil in the last 32 and last 16 if they progress.
Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr team was denied the Saudi League title due to a mistake by Brazilian goalkeeper Bento. The error allowed the opposing team to equalize, delaying Ronaldo's first title in Saudi Arabia. In the Premier League, the governing body explained why Tottenham was not awarded a penalty in their draw against Leeds, citing the reason for the decision.
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