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Mexico Qualifies, Canada Wins 6-0, Kone Breaks Leg

6/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Mexico qualified for the knockout stage after Luis Romo scored following a spill by goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu and Raul Rangel made a double save in the final minutes.
Canada advanced to the round of 32 by beating Qatar 6-0 in Vancouver, with Jonathan David completing a hat-trick.
Midfielder Ismael Kone left the match with a broken leg.

History

Historical Context

Since Mexico’s first consecutive World Cup run began in 1994, when it topped its group on tiebreakers and reached the round of 16, the nation will co-host the 2026 tournament with the United States and Canada. The joint hosting underscores North America’s expanding role in international football in the World Cup era.

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Story summary

Mexico qualified for the knockout stage after Luis Romo scored following a spill by goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu and Raul Rangel made a double save in the final minutes.
Canada advanced to the round of 32 by beating Qatar 6-0 in Vancouver, with Jonathan David completing a hat-trick.
Midfielder Ismael Kone left the match with a broken leg.

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