Qatar's Madibo given five-match ban for tackle that injured Canada's Kone
- FIFA suspended Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo for five matches following a tackle that broke the leg of Canada midfielder Ismael Kone during their World Cup group-stage match.
- During Canada's 6-0 victory over Qatar in Vancouver last Thursday, Madibo tackled Kone from behind in the 51st minute, resulting in a broken leg requiring surgery.
- Citing serious foul play, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee imposed the ban, which is subject to appeal to the FIFA Appeal Committee.
- Madibo was visibly upset and apologized in person to Kone after the game; Kone later posted on Instagram expressing gratitude for prayers and support.
- This suspension is not the longest in World Cup history; Uruguay striker Luis Suarez received a nine-match ban in 2014, and Italy defender Mauro Tassotti was suspended eight games in 1994.
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Qatar’s Assim Madibo handed five-match FIFA World Cup ban after tackle broke Canada star’s leg
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Qatar player Assim Madibo was given a five-match ban from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after his tackle on Ismaël Koné broke the Canadian’s leg during their match. Madibo was given a red card for the terrible tackle during the match, but FIFA’s disciplinary committee determined that he deserved a serious suspension for the foul play. While the decision is subject to appeal, Qatar’s 3-1 loss to Bosnia and He…
Qatar player suspended 5 games after breaking leg of Canada's Koné
Qatar player Assim Madibo was given a five-match ban on Wednesday for the tackle that broke the leg of Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné at the World Cup. Madibo was issued a straight red card for the incident during Canada's 6-0 victory over Qatar in Vancouver last Thursday.
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2026 World Cup: FIFA hands Madibo five-match ban
Qatar’s midfielder, Assim Madibo, has been given a five-game ban because of a challenge he made on Ismael Kone. The tackle caused the Canadian player to break both the tibia and fibula bones in his left leg during the 2026 World Cup. Madibo was shown a red card during Qatar’s 6-0 loss last Thursday. Now, FIFA’s disciplinary committee has decided to ban him for five matches due to serious foul play, although he can appeal this decision. Kone, who…
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