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Davies Injury Clouds Canada’s Home World Cup Hopes

Alphonso Davies’ hamstring injury has become a major concern for Canada before its home World Cup.

Canada will co-host the 2026 World Cup with major expectations, but Alphonso Davies’ fitness has become one of the country’s biggest concerns. Reuters reported that Davies suffered a left hamstring injury during Bayern Munich’s Champions League semi-final second leg against Paris Saint-Germain and would be sidelined for several weeks. The timing is difficult because Canada are preparing for a rare home World Cup moment, with Davies expected to be the face of the national team. His pace, ball-carrying and experience at elite club level are central to Canada’s chances of making a serious impact.

Players to watch: Alphonso Davies, Jonathan David, Jesse Marsch.

Group opponents: European Playoff A winner, Qatar, Switzerland.

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