Canada Includes Alphonso Davies in World Cup Roster Amid Injury Concerns

Despite a hamstring injury, Alphonso Davies is listed in Canada's squad for the upcoming World Cup. The team, led by coach Jesse Marsch, is preparing with training sessions and friendlies, aiming to make a mark alongside co-hosts U.S. and Mexico. Canada's opener is against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Even with concerns over a hamstring injury, Alphonso Davies has been included in Canada's World Cup squad, announced Friday night. The defender, crucial to Canada's lineup, continues rehabilitation in Germany following an injury during Bayern Munich's clash with Paris Saint-Germain.

Coach Jesse Marsch's selections for the national team feature nine defenders, ten midfielders, four forwards, and three goalkeepers. The squad, which includes notables like Juventus' Jonathan David, gets ready with training in Charlotte, North Carolina, anticipating friendly matches against Uzbekistan and Ireland. Canada's group stage matches will unfold on its home turf as they open against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

While Canada has never surpassed the group stage in past appearances, hopes are pinned on a strong showing this year. Marsch indicated that final fitness evaluations would guide player readiness for the opener, and goalie decisions between Maxime Crépeau and Dayne St. Clair remain pending. Davies, invigorated by the upcoming challenge, might still catch the opener if his recovery allows.

Co-hosting alongside the United States and Mexico, Canada stands in Group B with matches set to commence in June. Aiming for improvement from past World Cups, Marsch emphasizes the team’s resilience despite some players, like Promise David and Moise Bombito, recovering from injuries.