VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Canadian midfielder Ismael Kone He fractured the tibia and fibula in his left leg and underwent surgery. world cup.
Kone, 24, who is completing his first season with Italian club Sassuolo, was injured in the 51st minute of Thursday’s game when he was tackled from behind by Asim Madibo. 6-0 victory over Qatar.
The Canadian Soccer Association announced Friday that Kone underwent surgery on Thursday night.
Madibo received a red card. After the game, he apologized directly to coach Kone.
“You can’t imagine how grateful I am to everyone who has reached out and prayed,” Kone wrote on Instagram.
“To my brothers in Canada, I have transitioned into assistant coach to support you from the sidelines. I wanted you to know that I love you with all my heart and that our brotherhood means everything to me,” he added. “What you guys did yesterday will stay with me forever. I will be back soon and we will continue to make more memories together.”
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