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Canadian international Ismael Kone received a hero's welcome from his World Cup teammates after being discharged from the hospital following surgery for a broken leg. A video shared on social media platform X showed the 24-year-old midfielder being applauded by all the players as he exited a car upon leaving the medical facility. The footballers chanted Ismael Kone's name.
Kone will miss the remainder of the 2026 World Cup after sustaining a severe injury during the hosts' 6-0 victory over Qatar in Vancouver on Thursday.
Canada is set to play their next Group B match against Switzerland on June 24th (Wednesday), aiming to reach the knockout stages of a World Cup for the first time in their third overall appearance.
Even if they don't advance, this 'Maple Leafs' squad has already made history, securing their first point and then their first victory at a FIFA World Cup.
The Canadians currently have 4 points, matching Switzerland's tally.
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