Alphonso Davies will not be participating in Canada's upcoming international friendlies to allow him to go on his honeymoon. Canada Soccer announced that Davies is "unavailable for selection due to the celebration of his marriage and honeymoon."
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Davies and singer Sheyenne Jen were married in late July 2026, with their ceremony held at a castle near Paris. Notable guests included Nigerian music star Mr. P., who performed at the reception, and his teammate Jamal Musiala.
The couple had postponed their honeymoon due to Davies's preparation for the 2026 season with Bayern Munich. Now, they plan to take that trip during the coming international break. Head coach Jesse Marsch explained that it was important for Davies to have this time to celebrate his marriage before fully committing to the national team’s upcoming matches.
Marsch stated, "Alphonso wanted to be here, and we wanted him in this camp, but he got married shortly after the World Cup. We talked about does he go on a honeymoon for half the camp and then come in with us. I just felt like for him to get his honeymoon sorted was important. He’s playing really well and looking really fit, so we just wanted to make sure he’s ready for meaningful matches in November and beyond."
Canada will face Chile, Peru, and the USA during this break, and while these fixtures are not competitive, the team is hoping for a victory against the USA. Despite the situation, fans may be disappointed by Davies's absence, especially after he received criticism for limited participation in the World Cup. If he remains healthy, Davies is expected to rejoin Canada's squad for the November international break, which will be his first regular appearance since recovering from an ACL injury.
As Davies embarks on his honeymoon, he is encouraged to enjoy this special time with his spouse.