Captain Davies on the bench for Canada in last-16 clash with Morocco

Captain Alphonso Davies will begin on the bench for Canada's World Cup last-16 clash against Morocco on Saturday. Coach Jesse Marsch opted to make three alterations to the team, strengthening the defense with the inclusion of centre back Luc De Fougerolles and bolstering the midfield with Ali Ahmed's return. Niko Sigur also enters the starting lineup, while Derek Cornelius, Nathan Saliba, and Liam Millar are relegated to the bench.

Davies, who made a significant impact after coming on as a substitute in the previous 1-0 victory over South Africa, is still recovering from a long-term injury. His presence on the bench indicates a cautious approach to managing his return to full fitness.

Morocco has also adjusted its lineup, bringing in defender Redouane Halhal to replace Chadi Riad, who sustained a knee injury during their last-32 game against the Netherlands. The match is set to take place in Houston.