Another injury... Alphonso Davies leaves the field in tears just 25 minutes after coming on, putting his World Cup participation at risk

The Canadian suffers yet another setback
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Steven Perez Dailysports's expert
Another injury... Alphonso Davies leaves the field in tears just 25 minutes after coming on, putting his World Cup participation at risk Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images
10 mar 2026 16:00
Champions League
Atalanta Bayern Munich
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Bayern's triumphant march in their clash against Atalanta (4-0) was overshadowed by a personal tragedy for one of the team's leaders.

Details: Bayern defender Alphonso Davies, who had only just recovered from an injury, suffered another setback and was forced off the pitch, unable to hold back his tears. In the 71st minute, having been on the field for less than half an hour, Davies had to request a substitution.

What was most alarming for fans wasn't just the fact that Davies had to leave, but his emotional state. Alphonso left the sideline in tears, covering his face with his hands. Judging by the scene, it appears the defender has suffered a relapse of his recent injury, one from which he had only just recovered.

The Munich medical staff and his teammates immediately rushed to comfort Davies, but the scale of his disappointment was clear to everyone. For a footballer whose career has recently been plagued by frequent injuries, this episode could deliver a heavy psychological blow.

As of the 85th minute, the score remains a resounding win in favor of Bayern.

Reminder: Bayern set an all-time record in the Champions League clash.

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