Belgium HubJérémy Doku left the Belgium national football team to attend the birth of his son in England. The Manchester City player obtained permission to leave the team for this unique occasion.
What happened ?
Jérémy Doku left the Belgium national football team in the middle of the 2026 World Cup to return to England and attend the birth of his first child, named Praise.
Why is this important for the Belgium national football team ?
Jérémy Doku's presence is important for the Belgium national football team, which must imperatively win to secure its ticket to the round of 16.
What comes next ?
The Belgium national football team is preparing for its next match against New Zealand, a decisive match in the race for qualification for the round of 16.
| Match | Opponent | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Next match | New Zealand | Saturday |
Dr. Brahim Hacene, the team doctor of the Belgium national football team, indicated that « the mother, the father and the baby are all doing well ».
Jérémy Doku is expected to rejoin the team in Seattle, where the Red Devils are preparing for their next match.
What does the Belgium national football team think ?
The Belgium national football team indicated on its X account that « Jérémy traveled to London to be with his wife on the occasion of this unique event ».
And the Belgium national football team must now focus on its next match to secure its ticket to the round of 16.
So Jérémy Doku's absence against Iran was disappointing, but the Belgium national football team must now focus on its next match.
But the Belgium national football team has the means to win and secure its ticket to the round of 16.
The Belgium national football team must imperatively win to secure its ticket to the round of 16.
The next match of the Belgium national football team against New Zealand will be decisive for qualification for the round of 16.
