Overview
- Mohamed Toure travelled to the Oakland Roots facility and took part in a team photo but did not appear on the pitch during the 15-minute media-observed training window, reporters and a team spokesperson said.
- The squad provided no further information on Toure’s fitness after the session, leaving his availability for Australia’s Group D opener in Vancouver unconfirmed.
- Toure has been in strong form for Norwich City, scoring 10 goals in 12 games since his mid-season move, although that run was interrupted by a groin issue that frames current concern.
- Natural central striking options are limited in the 26-man squad, with Tete Yengi the only true No.9 and Mathew Leckie singled out by Popovic as the most likely positional backup.
- A prompt medical update or the release of the matchday squad will force tactical choices for Popovic and determine whether Leckie or others must fill a striker role.