Canada claimed their first-ever victory at a FIFA World Cup finals, delivering a commanding 6-0 demolition of Qatar, who were reduced to nine men during the contest.

The result marks a landmark moment in Canadian football history, as manager Jesse Marsch's side swept aside the host nation in a performance that will be long remembered.

However, the jubilation was tempered by a serious-looking injury to midfielder Ismael Kone, which visibly affected Marsch — the Canadian bench watching on as their manager was moved to tears by the sight of his player going down.

Qatar's task was made all the more difficult after the dismissals left them two men short, and Canada took full advantage, running out emphatic winners in a match that underlined their growing stature on the world stage.