The Belgium national football team can count on Jérémy Doku for the match against New Zealand. The Manchester City player attended the birth of his son in the middle of the 2026 World Cup.
Who is Jérémy Doku?
Jérémy Doku is a Belgian winger who plays for Manchester City. He left the United States to join his wife in London for the birth.
Why is it important for Belgium?
Jérémy Doku's availability is good news for Rudi Garcia, the Belgium coach. The match against New Zealand is decisive for the rest of the World Cup.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Last result | Belgium 0-0 Iran (2026-06-21) |
| Next match | Belgium - New Zealand (2026-06-27) |
Belgium is in a bad position in group G, with only two points taken in as many matches. Qualification for the round of 16 of the competition is compromised. And with Jérémy Doku available, the Belgium national football team can hope to reverse the trend.
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