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Canada rout nine-man Qatar but Koné injury sours first-ever World Cup win
At full strength, Canada can go toe-to-toe with any opponent in the Americas. After steady climbs up the Concacaf charts and a credible run to the 2024 Copa América semi-final, all hope was that a talented squad could find their stride at a home World Cup.
TL;DR
- Canada secured their first-ever men's World Cup victory with a 6-0 win over Qatar.
- Jonathan David scored a hat-trick, leading Canada's offensive charge.
- Midfielder Ismaël Koné suffered a serious leg injury, requiring medical attention and review.
- Qatar had two players sent off with red cards, reducing them to nine men.
- The victory marked a significant achievement for Canadian men's soccer, with all 26 players now having participated in a World Cup win.