Alphonso Davies misses Canada's post-World Cup matches for honeymoon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 6:28 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Alphonso Davies is absent from Canada's roster for a series of friendly matches against Chile, Peru, and the United States as part of the September-October international break. The Canada men's national soccer team, under manager Jesse Marsch, is adjusting after its historic performance at the World Cup. Davies is unavailable due to his honeymoon following his marriage, which takes precedence as the team looks ahead to essential matches in November. With Davies sidelined, familiar players like Samuel Piette and Junior Hoilett return to the squad.
- •Davies absent for friendlies against Chile, Peru, and the United States.
- •Team coming off its best-ever World Cup performance.
- •Canada Soccer confirms Davies is on honeymoon after recent marriage.
- •Samuel Piette and Junior Hoilett return to the national squad.
- •Marsch prioritizes Davies' readiness for critical matches in November.
- 6:28 PMYahoo Sports — Canada star Alphonso Davies missing first post-World Cup matches for honeymoon
"After discussion with manager Jesse Marsch, Davies will miss out on games against Chile, Peru and the United States.
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