With the brace, Alfonso Davies gave the Canada national team a successful start in the CONCACAF Nations League. In a 4–0 (2–0) win against underdog Curaçao, FC Bayern Star initially scored with a penalty kick to make it 1–0 (37th), and in the second round he made it 3–0 (71st). th) made. Other goals for the North Americans, who will compete in the World Cup at the Winter World Cup in Qatar for the first time in 36 years, came from Steven Vittoria (42′) of Morarens FC and Lucas Cavallini (85′) of Vancouver Whitecaps. ) For Davis, who had to take a long break due to symptoms of swollen heart muscle, it was the first international match since last November.

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With the victory, Canadians celebrated success after turbulent days. Most recently, Davis & Company refused to wear the national jersey due to a dispute with the association over bonuses and a perceived lack of appreciation. Apart from a few training sessions, the World Cup Test against Panama last Sunday evening was also called off. An agreement with the association is still not reached, but the national players have decided to end their strike.