Canada midfielder Ali Ahmed to undergo surgery after tearing ACL

Canada midfielder Ali Ahmed will miss an extended period after suffering a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, his English club Norwich City announced Thursday.

Ahmed, 25, was injured after landing awkwardly during the second half of Norwich's pre-season friendly against Spain's CA Osasuna on Saturday.

Subsequent scans confirmed the injury, and Ahmed is set to undergo surgery.

The Toronto native played a key role in Canada's run to the round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Norwich teammate Mohamed Toure will wear Ahmed's No. 21 shirt this season as a show of support while the Canadian recovers.