World Cup star suffers horror injury during Canada vs Qatar: ‘Everyone could hear the bone snap’

Ismael Kone suffered a broken leg during Canada’s win against Qatar (Getty)

Canada midfielder Ismael Kone suffered a broken leg during Canada’s 6-0 win over Qatar following a challenge from Assim Madibo.

The tackle occurred in the 52nd minute of the Group B match in Vancouver as Madibo caught the back of Kone’s left leg with his foot.

Broadcasters did not show a closer replay of the challenge but microphones positioned near the pitch caught a player shouting, ‘his leg is hanging off’.

Both sets of players formed a protective ...