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French TV disavows female presenter's barb at Belgium's Doku over leaving World Cup for childbirth

Belgian footballer Jérémy Doku's decision to leave the World Cup for his child's birth sparks controversy and support.

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📍 How it ended

L’Equipe and a sportscaster apologized for comments criticizing Jérémy Doku's decision to leave the World Cup for the birth of his son. Doku received support from Ollie Watkins and the football community before rejoining Belgium in Seattle.

Epilogue added 9d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

Belgian footballer Jérémy Doku left the World Cup to attend the birth of his son. Coverage emphasizes the backlash against a French TV presenter's comments about Doku's decision.

L’Equipe has apologized for the presenter's remarks. Support for Doku has come from various outlets, including ESPN, The Guardian, and People.com.

What to watch next: Doku's return to the Belgian team in Seattle. Coverage does not yet specify whether the presenter will face further consequences.

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Quick answers

Why did Jérémy Doku leave the World Cup?

Doku left the World Cup to attend the birth of his son.

What was the controversy surrounding Doku's decision?

A French TV presenter made critical comments about Doku's decision, leading to backlash and an apology from L’Equipe.

How has the public reacted to the controversy?

The public and various outlets have shown support for Doku, with some defending his decision to prioritize family.

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Jérémy Doku Belgium World Cup Childbirth Sports Controversy L’Equipe

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