A respiratory infection is already having an impact on Jérémy Doku’s World Cup, ruling him out of Belgium’s game against Iran on Sunday. But the impending birth of his first child could yet see him miss more of the action should the Belgians advance to the latter stages of the competition. “The baby could arrive before the end of the tournament,” he told reporters. “I would like to be there. No father would want to miss that. I know that the federation is aware and we will see what we can do.”How supportive was France Pierron when she hosted a chat on L’Equipe’s TV channel? Eh ... “You have the chance to participate in a World Cup but you’re going to leave to go and witness the birth of your child – which, excuse me – is a disgusting moment, where the father is useless, he is just an extra. He just holds your hand and takes a photo. You’re not going to the match to cut an umbilical cord?! You’re going to take a 10-hour flight, exhaust yourself?! The baby will always be there.”Later? Pierron apologised if she offended anyone. “My intention was never to minimise the place or role of fathers with their partners and children.” Still, you’d imagine she’d prefer the decision of Norway’s Leo Østigård to attend the birth of his child on Friday by ... video-link. “I’m completely exhausted,” he said after. Leo? Behave.Sporting miraclesTwo Colombian fans stood up from their wheelchairs after Colombia scored against Uzbekistan, sparking controversy and inspiring memes across the internet.pic.twitter.com/Tj8qqugnZo— Pop Core (@TheePopCore) June 18, 2026