Gakpo remains with Netherlands squad after tragic loss
Sky Sports Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 7:58 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Cody Gakpo will continue with the Netherlands team at the World Cup following the loss of his unborn son. Gakpo and his partner Noa van der Bij shared the devastating news on social media, stating their baby boy, Elijah, passed away during pregnancy. The Dutch football association expressed sympathy towards Gakpo and his family while respecting their need for privacy. Gakpo has played in all three group games for the Netherlands and contributed two goals, as the team prepares to face Morocco in the knockout stage.
- •Gakpo and his partner were expecting their second child in October.
- •They announced the loss of their son Elijah on social media.
- •The Dutch football association is providing support to the Gakpo family.
- •Gakpo has started all three World Cup group matches, scoring twice.
- •Netherlands will face Morocco in the last 32 on Tuesday.
"Cody Gakpo will stay with the Netherlands squad at the World Cup following the loss of his unborn son.
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