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World Cup star Gakpo requests privacy after death of unborn son

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Cody Gakpo of Netherlands looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match vs Tunisia at Kansas City Stadium on June 25, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. [Francois Nel/ AFP]

Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo has asked for "privacy and space" following the announcement by his partner Noa van der Bij that they had lost their unborn son.

Van der Bij posted a picture on Instagram of the pair holding hands over a blanket and knitted hat.

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