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Teen phenom Davies gains Canadian citizenship

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The 16-year-old passed his citizenship test and took the oath Monday, paving the way for an international career with Octavio Zambrano's side

It shouldn't be too long before we see Alphonso Davies suit up for Canada's national team, following the teenager's confirmation as a Canadian citizen on Monday.

“I am overwhelmed and I am glad I can make my parents proud by becoming a Canadian citizen,” Davies told CanadaSoccer.com. “It has been a long journey becoming a Canadian citizen.”

Congratulations to new Canadian Alphonso Davies who passed his citizenship test and will take his Oath of Citizenship today in Vancouver.