The Canada national team defeated Qatar 6-0 in the second Group B match of the World Cup played in Vancouver, earning its first victory in tournament history. Jonathan David scored a hat-trick, becoming one of the main architects of the win.
David said this result carries historic significance for Canada. The Canadian footballer expressed happiness about winning their first World Cup victory and that it was pleasing to come with such a clear scoreline.
An unpleasant moment occurred for Canada early in the second half. Ismael Kone was injured after a challenge on Assim Madibo's foot, and the opposing player was sent off with a red card after a video review.
Kone was taken off the field on a stretcher. It was stated that the treatment process for the player, who left the field after his injury, could take a long time.
Jonathan David described how the game became emotionally difficult for Canada in that period. David said that despite the score advantage, they tried to stay by their teammate's side and that they had to get through this process together.
24-year-old Ismael Kone plays for Serie A side Sassuolo. Kone, who has worn the Canada jersey 42 times so far, has scored four goals in those matches.
Kone was named man of the match for his performance against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the first match of the tournament. With the emphatic victory over Qatar, Canada recorded both its first points and its first World Cup win in history.