FIFA World Cup: Qatar's Assim Madibo banned for five games over leg-break tackle

FIFA has issued a five-match suspension to Qatar's Assim Madibo following a dangerous tackle that caused a severe injury to Canada's Ismael Kone in a World Cup match.

This shocking incident overshadowed Canada's landmark victory, and while the ban is harsh, it is lighter than the infamous nine-match suspension given to Luis Suárez in the past.

Canada's challenge grows as they prepare to compete without their important midfielder. ...