French TV Presenter Suspended for Sexist Remarks About Belgian World Cup Player 😲 A French television presenter has been suspended after making sexist remarks about a Belgian World Cup player - sparking outrage across the sports and media world. The incident, which occurred during a live broadcast, has reignited debates about sexism in sports journalism and the treatment of female athletes in the media.

French sports presenter France Pierron has been taken off the air from the program L'Équipe de Choc following controversial comments about Belgian footballer Jérémy Doku. According to French newspaper Le Parisien, she has also been summoned to a meeting with human resources.

The 44-year-old Pierron harshly criticized Doku for wanting to pause his World Cup participation to attend his wife's childbirth. She claimed fathers play only a "supporting role" during birth, calling it a "disgusting moment." "There are hundreds of footballers who would love to take your spot at the World Cup, while the baby will always be there," she said on air.

A clip of the broadcast went viral on social media. L'Équipe issued a statement Sunday night distancing itself from remarks that "shocked many viewers" and offered apologies. Pierron was absent from Monday's broadcast.

Doku has not responded publicly. His wife has since given birth to their son Praise in London. The Red Devils confirmed the Manchester City forward had permission to attend the birth and has returned to Seattle to prepare for Belgium's next World Cup match against New Zealand.