Belgian star withdraws from World Cup due to wife's due date

Jeremy Doku, a winger for the Belgian national team, sparked widespread debate within the sports and media circles in Belgium and Europe by temporarily leaving the Belgium camp at the 2026 World Cup to attend to his wife's childbirth procedures. The player justified his decision by stating his desire to be present with his wife during the delivery, believing that a father's presence at such a moment is more important than participating in the tournament. This has sparked a discussion about how his absence might affect the team's journey. Opinions varied between supporters of Doku's decision and those questioning its significance, especially given how important the World Cup is to players.

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