Qatar's Issa Laye battles Canada in Group B

Issa Laye of Qatar contests an aerial duel during the Group B clash against Canada at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, held at BC Place, Vancouver on 18 June 2026.

Assim Madibo of Qatar reacts after a challenge that left Canada midfielder Ismael Kone injured during the Group B match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Sultan Albrake of Qatar battles Nathan Saliba of Canada for possession during the Group B fixture at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Derek Cornelius of Canada celebrates after scoring during the Group B match against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Nathan Saliba of Canada celebrates his goal with teammates during the Group B match against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Richie Laryea of Canada confronts Assim Madibo of Qatar over the challenge that injured Ismael Kone during the Group B tie at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Jesse Marsch, head coach of Canada, celebrates at the final whistle of the Group B match against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Alistair Johnston of Canada contests a header during the Group B fixture against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Alistair Johnston of Canada celebrates at full time following the Group B victory over Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Canada players, including Alistair Johnston, celebrate their Group B win over Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Ismael Kone of Canada goes down under a challenge from Assim Madibo of Qatar during the Group B match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Ismael Kone of Canada lies on the pitch after sustaining an injury during the Group B clash against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Ismael Kone of Canada is seen on the ground following an injury sustained in the Group B match against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Richie Laryea of Canada disputes a decision with referee Cristian Garay during the Group B match against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Jonathan David of Canada celebrates after scoring during the Group B match against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Jonathan David of Canada wheels away in celebration after scoring in the Group B fixture against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Ismael Kone of Canada goes to ground in a challenge with Assim Madibo of Qatar during the Group B match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Ismael Kone of Canada is stretchered off the pitch after sustaining an injury during the Group B match against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Richie Laryea of Canada battles Ayoub Aloui of Qatar for the ball on the flank during the Group B match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Nathan Saliba of Canada holds aloft the shirt of injured teammate Ismael Kone while celebrating his goal during the Group B match against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.

Tani Oluwaseyi of Canada unleashes a shot during the Group B match against Qatar at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, BC Place, Vancouver, on 18 June 2026.