Davies to miss CONCACAF Nations League games against Suriname
Alphonso Davies Withdraws from Canada Squad for CONCACAF Nations League Quarterfinal
Canada’s national team will be missing its captain, Alphonso Davies, for the upcoming CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal against Suriname. Davies, who plays for Bayern Munich, has withdrawn from the squad as a precautionary measure due to physical fatigue.
In his absence, Vancouver Whitecaps fullback Sam Adekugbe has been called up to join the team. The Canadian men, currently ranked 35th in the world, are gearing up for a two-game series against Suriname, who are ranked 136th. The quarterfinal will kick off in Paramaribo on Friday, with the return leg scheduled for November 19 at Toronto’s BMO Field.
Davies, a four-time Canada Soccer Player of the Year, has an impressive record of 56 caps for Canada, scoring 16 goals and providing 17 assists. The 24-year-old Edmonton native has been a key player for the national team, featuring in all 11 games played by Canada so far this year.
This development comes as a setback for Canada, but coach John Herdman will look to rally his squad and make the best out of the situation. The team will need to adjust its tactics and lineup for the crucial matches ahead.
Stay tuned for more updates on Canada’s journey in the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals as they aim to secure a spot in the next stage of the competition.
This article was rewritten and adapted for a WordPress platform based on a report by The Canadian Press originally published on November 11, 2024.
