Canada’s Alphonso Davies, 25, is working to recover from a hamstring injury as the team prepares for its Group B match against Qatar on Thursday, June 18 in Vancouver [1, 2]. Davies is currently following a return-to-play protocol and took part in partial warm-up activities but did not complete a full training session on Monday, June 15 [1, 2].
This comes after Canada drew 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina in their Group B opener on June 12, held in Toronto [1, 2]. All four teams in Group B currently have one point, with each side having scored and conceded one goal after the first round of matches [1, 2].
Following the opening game, Canada relocated to Vancouver for their next two fixtures, including the upcoming match with Qatar [1, 2].
Defender Joel Waterman emphasized Davies’ importance to the squad, calling him “one of the best players on our team” and “a world-class player.” He added, “to have him in the lineup would be amazing” [1]. However, Waterman also assured confidence in the entire roster, stating, “We have complete confidence in the roster from one to 26, and whoever can step in to play, they’re going to do a great job” [1].
Canada’s next match is set for Thursday, June 18, in Vancouver against Qatar, offering Davies a key opportunity to return to full fitness and help the team secure vital points in the group stage [1, 2].