Jeremy Doku to rejoin Belgium squad in US after son’s birth (opens original article in a new tab)

Belgium winger Jeremy Doku left the national team to witness the birth of his son and will rejoin the squad in Seattle. The Belgian Football Federation confirmed the birth and stated Doku was medically cleared to travel. A French newspaper apologized for a commentator's controversial remarks about Doku's decision.

• Belgium winger Jeremy Doku left the national team to attend his son's birth
• Doku was given medical clearance to travel to London and will rejoin the squad in Seattle
• French newspaper L'Equipe apologized for a commentator's controversial remarks about Doku's decision