Alphonso Davies has rejoined the Canadian national team as they gear up for the World Cup, though he is not yet fit to play.
The left-back sustained a hamstring injury last month while competing for Bayern Munich in a 1-1 draw against Paris Saint-Germain, which resulted in Bayern’s elimination from the Champions League semifinals.
On Monday, Davies watched from the sidelines as Canada secured a 2-0 victory over Uzbekistan in a rainy World Cup warm-up match in his hometown of Edmonton, Alberta, where he ran laps on the field prior to kick-off.
“It feels great to be back on the field and doing some running. I’m glad to be home, with the boys, and supporting them, whether it’s on or off the pitch,” Davies said, who joined the team on Sunday.
Davies, who has netted 15 goals in 58 matches for Canada, was named to the 26-player World Cup squad on Friday. He refrained from speculating on when he might be available to play. Canada’s World Cup campaign kicks off on June 12 in Toronto against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
“We’ll just have to monitor how things progress in the coming days,” Davies said. “I’ll continue with my rehab, focus on my progress, and assess my condition daily, step by step.”
Davies has not played for Canada since March 2025, when he suffered an ACL tear during the CONCACAF Nations League finals.
“It’s been tough. The past year has had its ups and downs with the ACL injury and several minor muscle injuries, but ultimately, I just need to keep my head down and work hard without letting it affect me,” he reflected. “It was definitely challenging both mentally and physically, but I’m feeling good right now and hopeful to recover quickly.”
Canada’s coach Jesse Marsch emphasized that Davies should not rush back to play too soon.
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“We don’t want to put him in a position where he could face another setback. It’s crucial for him to confidently build his strength and trust his body so he can return to playing the game he loves,” Marsch said. “We will ensure that we monitor him diligently every day and create an environment for him to excel.”