19.06.2026 14:10
The green device seen in the mouth of Ismael Kone, who broke his leg during the Canada-Qatar match, turned out to be a fast-acting painkiller called Penthrox, used for severe injuries. The device used by medical teams also highlighted the severity of the star footballer's injury.
The severe injury suffered by Ismael Kone during the match between Canada and Qatar in the 2026 FIFA World Cup saddened football fans. After Assy Madibo's tough tackle, the Canadian footballer's leg was broken, and he was taken off the field with the help of medical teams. However, a detail that appeared on screens after the injury did not go unnoticed.
THE GREEN OBJECT IN HIS MOUTH RAISED CURIOSITY
What the green device in Kone's mouth was as he left the field became a topic of curiosity on social media and in football circles. It was later learned that this device is the "Penthrox" pain relief applicator used in emergency interventions.
USED FOR SEVERE PAIN
Penthrox is known as a fast-acting painkiller used by medical teams, especially in trauma and serious injuries. The drug is administered via inhalation and helps reduce the pain experienced by the patient during transport to the hospital.
IT SHOWED THE SERIOUSNESS OF THE INJURY
Experts state that such applications are generally preferred for serious fractures and traumas. Therefore, Kone's use of Penthrox during the intervention highlighted how severe his injury was.
HE SENT A MESSAGE TO FANS
Despite the severe injury, Ismael Kone was seen waving to the fans as he left the stadium, trying to show that he was in good condition. The Canadian footballer is expected to be out of action for at least 5 months.