Cody Gakpo's Emotional Moment After Scoring Amid Personal Loss

WHO:

Sportskeeda - Cody Gakpo, forward for the Netherlands national soccer team

US Magazine - Noa van der Bij, partner of Cody Gakpo

WHAT:

Daily Mail Sports - The Netherlands was eliminated from the World Cup after losing to Morocco following Gakpo's goal.

Newsweek - Cody Gakpo and Noa van der Bij announced their personal tragedy amid the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

FOX Sports - Cody Gakpo was left in tears after scoring just days after the death of his unborn son.

Daily Mail Sports - Gakpo scored the opening goal in the match against Morocco, firing home from close range after an assist from Crysencio Summerville.

Sportskeeda - Cody Gakpo scored a goal for the Netherlands against Morocco in the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup.

US Magazine - Gakpo and van der Bij announced the death of their unborn son during pregnancy.

WHERE:

Daily Mail Sports - The match took place in Guadalupe.

Sportskeeda - The match took place during the FIFA World Cup.

US Magazine - The announcement was made via Instagram Story.

WHEN:

Sportskeeda - The match occurred on June 29.

US Magazine - The pregnancy loss was announced on June 27.

WHY:

US Magazine - The couple shared the news of their loss with the statement, “With broken hearts, we share the devastating news that our baby boy passed away during pregnancy.”

HOW:

US Magazine - The announcement was made through an Instagram Story by Noa van der Bij.

In a stunning turn of events, the Netherlands has been eliminated from the World Cup after a loss to Morocco. The match saw Gakpo score a goal, but it wasn't enough to secure victory for the Dutch team. Fans are left in disbelief as the tournament continues without one of its traditional powerhouses.