Alphonso Davies is not starting for Canada against South Africa on Sunday.
He has a hamstring injury.
What happened?
Canada coach Jesse Marsch said Davies was ready to play on Saturday.
Marsch had earlier said Davies was a "decoy" during group play.
Why isn't Alphonso Davies playing?
Davies is still recovering from his hamstring injury.
Canada is playing it safe with their player.
What comes next?
Davies may come off the bench to help Canada.
Canada needs him to win the match.
Canada fans hope Davies can play soon.
Marsch said all players with injuries are close to 100% and ready to perform.
Davies is super fast and Canada might need his speed.
The World Cup match is on Sunday.
Davies has not played in the World Cup yet.
Canada chose not to start him in the Round of 32.
The team is playing against South Africa.
Will Alphonso Davies play?
Davies' injury is a concern for Canada.
But he may still play a part in the match.
Canada coach Jesse Marsch is hopeful about Davies' return.
Marsch said "Now that we have Alphonso back and healthy and ready to perform, I think it’s a big moment for the team and a big boost for the team".
Davies' return would be a big boost for Canada.
The team needs him to win the match.
Canada is counting on Davies to make a difference.
The World Cup is a big stage for Davies.
He can make a name for himself with a great performance.
But for now, he is not playing due to his injury.
Canada fans are waiting for Davies' return.
They hope he can play soon and help the team.
The team is playing well, but they need Davies.
Davies is a key player for Canada.
His speed and skill are essential to the team.
But for now, he is sitting out due to his injury.
The match against South Africa is important.
Canada needs to win to advance in the World Cup.
Davies may come off the bench to help the team.
The World Cup is a big tournament.
Many teams are competing for the top prize.
Canada is one of them, and they need Davies.
Davies' injury is a setback for Canada.
But the team is hopeful about his return.
They need him to win the match against South Africa.
The match is on Sunday, and Canada is ready.
They will play their best to win the match.
Davies may play a part in the match, but for now, he is sitting out.