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Canada Soccer has responded to Bayern Munich's public criticism of Alphonso Davies' medical care.
The North American federation received a call from the German club after the defender had an ACL injury during the international break.
In an interview with Bild, Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen stated that the club was prepared to take legal action over what they deemed "grossly negligent" care of the player's fitness. However, Canada Soccer claims that proper protocols were followed.
"We further investigated the circumstances surrounding the medical care provided to Alphonso Davies," Canada Soccer stated in a statement late Friday.
"Medical documentation demonstrates that proper care practices were followed, and communication records demonstrate that our medical staff sent updates to Bayern Munich throughout the tournament.
"We met with Bayern Munich again today to give them with context and details to clarify any misunderstandings.
"We are all focused on supporting Alphonso in the months ahead."
Davies, who has made 31 club appearances for Bayern this season, is expected to be sidelined for six months due to injury.
The North American federation received a call from the German club after the defender had an ACL injury during the international break.
In an interview with Bild, Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen stated that the club was prepared to take legal action over what they deemed "grossly negligent" care of the player's fitness. However, Canada Soccer claims that proper protocols were followed.
"We further investigated the circumstances surrounding the medical care provided to Alphonso Davies," Canada Soccer stated in a statement late Friday.
"Medical documentation demonstrates that proper care practices were followed, and communication records demonstrate that our medical staff sent updates to Bayern Munich throughout the tournament.
"We met with Bayern Munich again today to give them with context and details to clarify any misunderstandings.
"We are all focused on supporting Alphonso in the months ahead."
Davies, who has made 31 club appearances for Bayern this season, is expected to be sidelined for six months due to injury.


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