Belgium's Jeremy Doku May Leave World Cup in July for First Child's Birth
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Updated · Reuters · Jun 15
Belgium's Jeremy Doku May Leave World Cup in July for First Child's Birth
3 articles · Updated · Reuters · Jun 15
Summary
Jeremy Doku said he would want to leave Belgium’s World Cup camp if needed to attend the birth of his first child, due in the second week of July.
The 24-year-old winger is a key part of Belgium’s squad, which opens its tournament against Egypt in Seattle on Monday and could still be playing at the quarter-final stage when the baby is due.
Belgian media reported contingency plans are being prepared, including a private flight to England, where Doku’s wife Shireen is expected to give birth.
Brandon Mechele could pose a similar issue for Belgium later in the tournament, with his wife due about a week after Doku’s.