India, June 19 -- A painful medical emergency cast a shadow over Canada's historic, milestone-setting evening at BC Place on 18th June. The Reds cruised to a majestic 6-0 thrashing of Qatar to claim their first ever men's FIFA World Cup victory, but a dark cloud has settled over the co-hosts' campaign after a severe, tournament-ending leg injury suffered by midfield anchor Ismael Kone.

What Happened to Kone?

The terrible moment came in the 50th minute of the second half with Canada already 3-0 up. The 24-year-old Sassuolo midfielder was handed the ball, and he turned quickly to lay it back. Assim Madibo, the Qatari midfielder, was left standing as Kone changed direction suddenly and he went in with a desperate, reckless tackle from behi...