Canada's Alphonso Davies aims for World Cup opener after injury recovery
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 6:30 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Canada's head coach Jesse Marsch expressed optimism about Alphonso Davies' potential return from injury for the World Cup, beginning June 12. Davies, who plays as a left back for Bayern Munich, has been out since early this month due to a hamstring strain. The team is focused on accelerating his recovery to ensure he can contribute during the tournament. As the opener approaches, the coaching staff is monitoring Davies' progress closely.
- •Alphonso Davies has a hamstring injury sustained earlier this month.
- •Coach Jesse Marsch is hopeful for his recovery in time for the World Cup.
- •Canada's World Cup opener is scheduled for June 12.
- •Davies plays for Bayern Munich and serves as the team's captain.
- •The coaching staff is actively working on his rehabilitation.
- 7:21 AMESPN Soccer — Davies joins Canada but unclear when he'll play
- 5:01 AMYahoo Sports — Injured Canada captain Alphonso Davies rejoins team but it's not clear when he'll play
- 11:10 AMYahoo Sports — Canada coach hopes to 'accelerate' Davies recovery for World Cup
"Alphonso Davies has joined the Canadian national team as it prepares for the World Cup, although he's not quite ready to play. The left back injured a hamstring last month while playing for Bayern Munich in 1-1 draw with Paris Saint-Germain that knocked the German club out the Champions League semifinals. On Monday, Davies was on the sideline when Canada beat Uzbekistan 2-0 in a rainy World Cup tuneup in his hometown of Edmonton, Alberta.
"Canada coach Jesse Marsch appears hopeful that captain Alphonso Davies can play a role after all in their World Cup opener on June 12 in a comeback from injury. Bayern Munich left back Davies has been sidelined with a hamstring problem since the beginning of the month.
"Alphonso Davies has joined the Canadian national team as it prepares for the World Cup, although he's not quite ready to play.
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External links- ESPN SoccerJun 2, 2026, 7:21 AMDavies joins Canada but unclear when he'll play
Alphonso Davies has joined the Canadian national team as it prepares for the World Cup, although he's not quite ready to play.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 5:01 AMInjured Canada captain Alphonso Davies rejoins team but it's not clear when he'll play
Alphonso Davies has joined the Canadian national team as it prepares for the World Cup, although he's not quite ready to play. The left back injured a hamstring last month while playing for Bayern Munich in 1-1 draw with Paris Saint-Germain that knocked the German club out the Champions League semifinals. On Monday, Davies was on the sideline when Canada beat Uzbekistan 2-0 in a rainy World Cup tuneup in his hometown of Edmonton, Alberta.
- Yahoo SportsMay 30, 2026, 11:10 AMCanada coach hopes to 'accelerate' Davies recovery for World Cup
Canada coach Jesse Marsch appears hopeful that captain Alphonso Davies can play a role after all in their World Cup opener on June 12 in a comeback from injury. Bayern Munich left back Davies has been sidelined with a hamstring problem since the beginning of the month.
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