The Times of India

Cody Gakpo asks for privacy after announcing heartbreaking loss of unborn son during World Cup

Liverpool and Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo has requested privacy after he and partner Noa van der Bij announced the loss of their unborn son during pregnancy. The couple shared the heartbreaking news while Gakpo remains with the Netherlands squad at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Despite personal grief, he had featured in all group games as Netherlands topped Group F.