Why Cody Gakpo was so emotional after scoring Netherlands' World Cup goal
Why Cody Gakpo was so emotional after scoring Netherlands' World Cup goal
Mary Clarke, For The WinTue, June 30, 2026 at 2:57 AM UTC
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Cody Gakpo played through an unthinkable tragedy during Monday night's World Cup match, but he surely felt some relief after scoring this goal.
Gakpo scored the Netherlands' opening tally against Morocco in the 72nd minute, one that broke the late 0-0 tie. After his goal, fans immediately noticed Gakpo's incredibly emotional reaction to scoring, as his teammates came onto the field to support him as well. The reason behind such a touching moment is incredibly heartbreaking.
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On Saturday, Gakpo and his partner Noa van der Bij announced the death of their unborn son during pregnancy. Gakpo ultimately ended up staying in North America to continue playing in the World Cup, where he played a major role in Monday night's game. Here's how Gakpo's goal and the immediate aftermath played out on the pitch in Monterrey.
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Source: “AOL Sports”
