Canadian soccer star Alphonso Davies suffered a muscle strain in his right hamstring during Bayern Munich’s dominating 6-1 victory over Atalanta in the Champions League match held in Bergamo, Italy. The incident, which occurred in the 70th minute, raised concerns about his potential availability for the upcoming World Cup.
After experiencing the injury on the field without any direct contact, Davies displayed visible distress, covering his face and signaling his discomfort to the team bench. The Edmonton native had to be assisted off the field by Bayern Munich staff, with his teammates surrounding him to shield him from view.
This setback comes shortly after Davies returned from a previous torn muscle fiber injury in the same hamstring suffered in February. The 25-year-old, who has had a history of injuries, including a serious knee injury that sidelined him for 262 days, has been an essential player for the Canadian national team.
Despite the setbacks, Davies has contributed significantly to the Canadian team’s performance, boasting 15 goals and 17 assists in 58 appearances. As Canada prepares to host the World Cup alongside the United States and Mexico, Davies’ injury raises concerns about his participation in the upcoming tournament.
In response to Davies’ latest injury, team medical staff are closely monitoring his condition, with the hope that he can recover in time for the World Cup. The Canadian national team, ranked 29th globally, is scheduled to play friendly matches against Iceland and Tunisia in March before their World Cup debut on June 12 at BMO Field.