Netherlands' World Cup star Cody Gakpo has requested privacy following the devastating loss of his unborn son, Elijah Raphael Gakpo, with his partner Noa van der Bij.

• The couple announced the heartbreaking news on Instagram, sharing their grief and gratitude for support.
• Cody Gakpo, a forward for Liverpool and the Netherlands national team, will remain with his teammates at the World Cup camp in Kansas City, Missouri.
• The Dutch Football Association has expressed full support for the family and respects their need for privacy.