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World Cup Knockout Stage Red and Yellow Card Rules Explained

Yellow cards are wiped at two separate points during the 2026 World Cup, giving players a reset and reducing the risk of missing key late-stage matches.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 2

Bosnia & Herzegovina vs. Qatar—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Qualification for the last 32 of the World Cup is on the line at Lumen Field.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 24

Horror Ismael Kone injury leaves Canada ‘shaken’ – what we know

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The Independent UK · Jun 19

World Cup 2026 results: Mexico advances to knockouts after win over South Korea

South Africa drew 1-1 with the Czech Republic in Group A, with Teboho Mokoena scoring a late penalty to secure the equaliser. Switzerland defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 in Group B, with substitute Johan Manzambi scoring twice and captain Granit Xhaka converting a penalty. Canada achieved their first-ever World Cup…

The Independent UK · Jun 19

Former Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch in World Cup touchline bust-up

Ex-Leeds United boss Jesse Marsch was involved in a pitchside altercation with Qatar's Julen Lopetegui

FourFourTwo · Jun 19

Who Is Ismaël Koné? Canada Midfielder Leaves Pitch on Oxygen After Horror Injury in World Cup Clash with Qatar

Canada's World Cup win against Qatar was overshadowed by Ismael Kone's serious leg injury, requiring surgery and months of recovery, impacting his role in the tournament.

International Business Times UK · Jun 19

Canada’s emotions run high after gruesome Ismaël Koné injury: ‘We have a job to finish for him’

Koné suffered a broken leg after a rash challenge, an injury that marred an otherwise celebratory occasion for Canada

The Guardian - US · Jun 19

Canada’s Ismael Kone breaks leg in horror incident during World Cup win over Qatar

Kone was carried off the field on a stretcher during the game in Vancouver

The Independent UK · Jun 19

Canada romp to first World Cup win, Switzerland thump Bosnia

LOS ANGELES - Canada thrashed nine-man Qatar 6-0 to secure their first ever World Cup victory on Thursday as Switzerland reignited their campaign with a resounding defeat of Bosnia-Herzegovina.

Bangkok Post · Jun 19

Canada claim first World Cup win but at huge cost

Jonathan David scored a hat-trick as Canada won their first World Cup match by beating Qatar 6-0, but it came at a huge cost after Ismail Kone broke his leg.

AAP · Jun 19