FIFA World Cup 2026: Canada's Ismail Korey suffers serious injury - another red card blow for Qatar
Canada midfielder Ismail Korey suffered a serious leg injury during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Qatar. Asim Madibo's tendency tackle on him initially resulted in a yellow card, which was converted to a red card by VAR review. Already without one player, Qatar had to play with nine men after another red card. As Corey was carried off on a stretcher, transfer Nathan Saliba immediately scored and dedicated the jersey to Corey. Fans wish Corey a speedy recovery as Canada cruises to a 6-0 win.
Canada made history against Qatar in FIFA World Cup 2026. But the most painful incident in this victory was the serious injury to Canadian midfielder Ismail Korey. Early in the second half of Thursday's match, Qatar midfielder Asim Madibo made a serious tackle on Ayani. As the injury was serious, a stretcher was immediately brought and Corey was taken out of the ground. Doctors installed an air cast on his left leg.
While the Canadian players were deeply moved by this incident, Qatari player Madibo was also saddened by this situation. Madibo was initially given a yellow card, but on VAR review it turned into a straight red card. Qatar already continued with nine men after another player Homam Ahmed was red carded in the 33rd minute.
Nathan Saliba, who came on for Corey, scored five minutes in and celebrated by holding up Corey's jersey. In the end, Canada cruised to a 6-0 victory — marking their first win at the World Cup. However, Corey's condition became the focus of the match. At the end of the match, both the teams fought to a small extent, but the final victory was the Canadian team.
Canada's coach Jesse Marsh told reporters after the match that Corey heard what sounded like a broken bone and was rushed to a local hospital for surgery. "Everyone suffered a lot. However, we managed to stay focused and win. Now we are thinking about Corey," he said.
Canada has shown its strength in this match. However, every fan is praying for Corey to get back on the field soon.