DFB star takes a stand
Debate about the documentary: “I have no understanding of it at all”
June 22, 2026 – 6:55 p.mReading time: 2 minutes
Nadiem Amiri is considered a family man. The German national player now became clear as such in the discussion about the birth of a Belgian colleague’s child.
William Laing reports from the DFB headquarters in Winston-Salem
In the debate about Belgium national player Jérémy Doku and the birth of his child Nadiem Amiri clearly took a stand. “I have no understanding at all that he is criticized for something like that,” said the DFB professional when asked by t-online in the DFB headquarters in Winston-Salem. “I think everyone in this room, every parent, everyone who is a dad, knows what a special moment this is. He has to go there for the birth of his first child.”
Doku’s partner Shireen is expecting the couple’s first child together in England in the second week of July. At this point, the 24-year-old could still be with Belgium World Cup are in the USA, Canada and Mexico. However, in mid-June he had already announced that he wanted to fly back to give birth.
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“It depends when the time comes, but since it’s my first child, I definitely want to be there,” said the attacker Manchester City explained. “If you ask me what I want, my answer is: Nobody wants to miss the birth of their first child. But I also know that there are many other aspects to consider in football.”
French journalist sharply criticized documentary
Documentary statements then brought the French TV journalist France Pierron onto the scene. She expressed outrage at the winger’s words on Friday. A birth is a “disgusting moment” and a father is “completely useless,” said the 44-year-old. “You have the chance to play in a World Cup – there are hundreds of players who would give anything to be in your position.”
