Bayern Munich confirmed Alphonso Davies will be out for “several weeks” with a hamstring injury sustained in their Champions League semifinal match with Paris Saint-Germain, and the report says the timeframe casts doubt on his availability for Canada’s World Cup opener against Bosnia on June 12.
The injury creates a race against time for the Canada captain as the tournament approaches. The report says the absence of Davies, one of Canada’s star players and captain, would be a huge setback to Jesse Marsch’s team and could affect the opening stages of their World Cup campaign.
Canada released a statement saying: “We’re in close contact with Alphonso and remain in touch with Bayern’s medical team following his recent setback. Our focus is on supporting his recovery and providing every available resource, including specialized soft tissue expertise, to give him the best possible pathway back to full fitness ahead of the FIFA World.”
The report says Davies has struggled with injury this season, making just six Bundesliga starts for Bayern Munich. That history of limited appearances this campaign adds further uncertainty to his readiness for international duty in June.
Per the report, Bayern’s description of the absence as lasting “several weeks” leaves the timing of his return unclear and raises questions about his role in Canada’s initial World Cup matches. The emphasis in Canada’s statement is on coordinated medical care and support as the team and club monitor his recovery ahead of the tournament.
