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Canada men's national soccer team lost 2-1 to Switzerland in their recent FIFA World Cup 2026 match. Head coach Jesse Marsch revealed that Alphonso Davies was not ready to play.
What happened?
The match saw Switzerland take a 2-0 lead before Canada fought back with a goal from Promise David in the 76th minute.
Marsch had initially expected Davies to play, but the player was only used as a decoy. The coach stated that Davies will be ready for the next match.
Why it matters for Canada men's national soccer team
The loss means Canada finished second in Group B and will play South Africa in their next match. Last result: Canada 2-0 Venezuela (2025-11-19).
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Score | 2-1 |
| Attendance | 52,497 |
What comes next?
Canada will face South Africa on Sunday in Los Angeles. Davies' return to the team is highly anticipated, given his impact on the team's performance. The 25-year-old wing back has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since early May.
Davies' connection to Vancouver, where he made his professional debut with the Vancouver Whitecaps at 15, adds an extra layer of excitement to his potential return. Born in a refugee camp in Ghana, Davies grew up in Edmonton and signed with the Whitecaps' academy at 14.
The team's upcoming match against South Africa will be crucial in determining their progress in the FIFA World Cup 2026. With Davies' potential return, Canada men's national soccer team is looking to bounce back from their recent loss.
