L'Équipe has suspended a presenter following a dispute over comments made regarding Belgian international Jérémy Doku.
The French sports media outlet issued an apology to the 24-year-old winger and confirmed it is taking further internal measures in response to the incident.
Doku has previously emphasized his commitment to the Belgian national team, noting that the federation supports its players in such personal situations.
The controversy centers on remarks made by the presenter concerning Doku, who is currently expecting his first child with his partner.
The due date is set for early July, coinciding with the ongoing World Cup tournament.
The comments sparked immediate backlash, prompting the broadcaster to act swiftly to distance itself from the presenter's views.
Doku has previously emphasized his commitment to the Belgian national team, noting that the federation supports its players in such personal situations.