Kim Seung-gyu misses daughter's birth while with South Korea in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:40 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Kim Seung-gyu, the South Korean goalkeeper, missed the birth of his first child as he competes in the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico. Speaking at a press conference, Kim expressed regret for not being present during the delivery but aims to achieve positive results for his team. At 35, he is participating in his fourth World Cup, having previously played in 2014, 2018, and 2022. South Korea is in Group A and will face Czechia this Thursday, June 11, at Estadio Akron in Jalisco.
- •Kim Seung-gyu is competing in the 2026 World Cup in Mexico.
- •He expressed regret for missing the birth of his first child.
- •South Korea is in Group A with Mexico, South Africa, and Czechia.
- •They will play Czechia on June 11 at Estadio Akron.
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — 🇰🇷 goalkeeper apologises to wife after missing daughter's birth
"Missing the birth of his first son or daughter is not pleasant for any father. But goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu had an “acceptable” excuse.He is in Mexico on duty with South Korea to play in the four...
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