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Marcelo Flores ruptured his ACL and will miss the World Cup, forcing Canada to adjust its attacking plans.
Jesse Marsch has until roughly 2:59 p.m. ET on June 11 to decide a replacement before Canada’s World Cup opener.
Sports Illustrated ranks five players who could claim Flores’s spot for Canada’s World Cup squad.
Jacen Russell-Rowe is highlighted as a potential back-up with pace and attacking presence from the bench.
Junior Hoilett, a veteran winger, remains in consideration for his set-piece ability and versatility.
Jayden Nelson could provide explosive width and speed off the bench for Canada.
Daniel Jebbison remains a primary attacking option to cover Flores’s absence, adding size and speed.
Ralph Priso could fill a center-back role and provide positional versatility for Canada’s defense.
Canada’s World Cup squad selection remains fluid as Marsch weighs multiple candidates.
The World Cup group stage opener for Canada is scheduled for Toronto, with opponent Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Davies returned to Canada's training camp in Edmonton after rehab in Germany, saying he was not forced to stay there.
Canada coach Jesse Marsch said Davies could play in the World Cup, potentially in limited minutes during the group stage.
Davies said the plan was a collaborative effort between Bayern, Canada, and the national team for his rehabilitation and return.
Davies did not play against Uzbekistan in the friendly, with Canada focusing on ongoing rehabilitation and conditioning.
Davies described a tough year with ACL injury and muscle issues, stressing the need to stay focused and patient in rehab.
The World Cup opener for Canada is June 12 against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto, with Davies’ status closely watched.
Marsch emphasized Canada Soccer, Davies, and Bayern Munich are working together to ensure Davies’ return is well-timed.
Davies spoke about enjoying team energy and bonds as they prepare for future matches beyond the Uzbekistan friendly.
Davies returned to Edmonton for a friendly as Canada gears up for a home World Cup campaign on home soil.
Davies acknowledged the ongoing question about his return and focused on day-by-day progression in rehab.
The article notes Davies' status as a key figure for a World Cup played on Canadian soil.

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