Canada’s Kone undergoes major leg surgery; to miss rest of World Cup

Kone underwent major leg surgery on December 2, 2022, following a fracture of his left leg sustained during a match against Qatar. The injury, described as multiple fractures, will prevent him from participating in the remainder of the World Cup. Despite the severity of the injury, medical professionals anticipate a full recovery for Kone. The exact timeline for his return to professional play was not immediately specified, but his absence from the tournament is confirmed.