Davies in 'best ever' Canada squad for World Cup
Canada's head coach Jesse Marsch has announced a 26-man squad for the upcoming World Cup, featuring Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies. Marsch described this squad as the best ever assembled for the national team, despite some players not being at full fitness. The team aims to be competitive in their opening match against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12.
- ▪Alphonso Davies has been included in the squad despite recovering from a hamstring injury.
- ▪Marsch emphasized that this is the best group of players Canada has ever assembled.
- ▪The team is preparing for their opening game against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12.
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