FC Bayern Munich confirmed that Alphonso Davies has suffered a torn muscle fiber in his right hamstring, easing fears of a more serious setback but still raising concerns ahead of a pivotal stretch of the season and an upcoming World Cup this summer.
Bayern supporters held their breath when Davies collapsed to the turf and walked off the pitch with his shirt pulled over his face. The immediate reaction inside the stadium and across social media reflected memories of the ACL injury that sidelined him for nine months. The club’s announcement that he avoided a relapse of that injury came as a significant relief.
While Bayern did not provide an official recovery timeline, German outlet Bild reported that Davies is expected to be out for approximately three weeks. If that estimate proves accurate, the Canadian international would likely miss matches until around the second week of March.
Bad timing for an injury
The timing is far from ideal. Bayern are entering a critical stretch in the Bundesliga, with fixtures against Borussia Dortmund, Borussia Mönchengladbach and Bayer Leverkusen on the horizon. In addition, the two legs of the Champions League Round of 16 are scheduled around the league meeting with Leverkusen. If his recovery stays on track, Davies could potentially return in time for the second leg at home.
Beyond Bayern‘s immediate ambitions, the injury carries implications for Canada men’s national soccer team. With the World Cup approaching this summer, Canada‘s hopes rest heavily on the availability and form of their most dynamic player. Davies has become the face of the program in recent years, combining elite speed, attacking threat and defensive versatility.
A three-week absence may not appear severe in isolation, but any hamstring issue so close to a major international tournament is a concern. Canada’s ceiling on the world stage is closely tied to Davies‘ ability to perform at full capacity. His recovery process will now be monitored closely not only in Munich but across Canada, where expectations remain high for what the team can accomplish with its brightest star on the field.
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