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Belgium’s Jeremy Doku criticised over plan to leave World Cup to attend birth of first child

Belgium winger Jérémy Doku faces criticism for planning to leave the World Cup to attend the birth of his first child.

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The brief

Jérémy Doku will miss Belgium's World Cup match against Iran. The player intends to fly home to be present for the birth of his first child.

Coverage from The New York Times emphasizes the criticism Doku has faced over this decision. Other reports from ESPN, USA Today, and The Guardian note his absence from the upcoming game and contrast his plans with Norway's Østigård, who followed the birth of his son via video call.

Future updates may clarify the outcome of the Belgium vs. Iran match and Doku's eventual return to the tournament.

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Quick answers

Which team is Jérémy Doku playing for?

Doku is playing for Belgium.

Which match will Doku miss?

He will be out for Belgium's World Cup game against Iran.

How does Østigård's situation differ from Doku's?

While Doku plans to fly home, Norway's Østigård followed the birth of his son on a video call.

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Jérémy Doku Belgium World Cup Iran

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