Jeremy Doku has revealed that he intends to leave the US and temporarily step away from Belgium’s World Cup squad to be present at the birth of his first child. 🩵
The baby is expected to arrive during the second week of July, potentially coinciding with the latter stages of the tournament should Belgium still be involved.
The decision has sparked criticism, but Doku has every right to make that choice. Missing the birth of your first child shouldn’t even be up for debate.
🗣️ Doku: “It depends on when it happens, but it’s my first child, so I would definitely want to be there.”
🗣️ “If you ask me what I want, my answer is that nobody wants to miss the birth of their first child. But I also know that football involves many other considerations.”
🗣️ “I know the federation supports its players and understands their situations. We’ll see what we can do.”
Belgian media reported that a private plane to England, where his wife Shireen is expected to give birth, would likely be arranged.
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Family comes first. We’re with you, Jeremy. 🙏🏼🩵
🚨AS THINGS STAND: The USA's path to the World Cup Semi Final is:
Round of 32 vs Bosnia
Round of 16 vs New Zealand/Czechia
Quarter Final vs Congo DR/Ghana/Austria/Uruguay
🚨🔵 BREAKING: Joško Gvardiol deal, done and confirmed as he signs new contract at Manchester City.
Agreement until June 2031 and move to Spain off for this summer.
Seen as key player by director Viana and new coach Enzo Maresca.
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Indiana is slowly becoming the epicenter of football
🚨 Sandro Tonali is increasingly being considered as a serious target for Manchester City this summer, with the Italian midfielder emerging as a strong alternative if a deal for Elliot Anderson proves too difficult to complete.
(Source: @FabrizioRomano)
🚨⭐️ Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal and Manchester City have all called recently to be informed on Eli Junior Kroupi.
❗️ FC Bayern did the same in April, all clubs waiting for Bournemouth to indicate price.
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Time to be honest: We’ve all enjoyed the memes but this Arsenal team has been incredible over the past two seasons in Europe. They’ve given us so many special moments. This one will always be my favourite ❤️