FIFA bans Qatari Madbou for 5 matches

FIFA has imposed a five-match ban on Qatari midfielder Asim Madbou, following his red card in the Qatar versus Canada match during the 2026 World Cup. The tackle was reckless and resulted in Canadian player Ismaël Koné suffering a broken leg, requiring surgery. The red card initially led to a one-match suspension, which Qatar's team served in their 1-3 loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina. However, the Qatari federation can appeal the suspension. Koné was injured due to Madbou's reckless challenge and was taken to the hospital, where the Canadian federation confirmed the successful surgery.

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