Belgium's Jérémy Doku welcomes first child after exiting camp during World Cup

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1. 1h ago

   Jeremy Doku Rejoins Belgium Squad After Birth of Son

   Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku has returned to the Belgium national team camp. He previously left the 2026 World Cup to be with his wife, Shireen Raymond, for the birth of their son, Praise. Doku and Raymond shared emotional updates on Instagram following the birth.

   What's confirmed:

   • Jeremy Doku and Shireen Raymond welcomed a son named Praise.
   • The Belgium and Manchester City winger temporarily left the 2026 World Cup for the birth.
   • Doku has returned to the Belgium national team camp.
   • A pundit on L'Equipe called the birth of a child a disgusting moment during a discussion on whether players should leave the World Cup.
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2. 4d ago

   Jérémy Doku welcomes son Praise after leaving World Cup camp

   Belgium winger Jérémy Doku temporarily left the 2026 World Cup to be with his wife, Shireen Raymond, for the birth of their son, Praise. The decision followed consultations between the Belgian Football Association and medical staff. Doku's exit sparked a debate in men's football and led to an apology from L'Equipe after a presenter's comments.

   What's confirmed:

   • Jérémy Doku and his wife Shireen Raymond welcomed their first child, a son named Praise.
   • Doku left the Belgium national team camp after the association consulted with medical staff regarding the imminent birth.
   • L'Equipe apologized to Doku following comments from a presenter.
   • The 2026 men's World Cup is being held across Canada, Mexico, and the USA.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • A French presenter who called fathers useless at childbirth was stood down from her show.
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