Special Reunion for Wesley Sneijder During FIFA World Cup: 'Just Here to Enjoy'

In 2010, shortly after the Netherlands' World Cup final loss to Spain, Sneijder and Cabau van Kasbergen tied the knot. They had met just over a year prior during a date in Amsterdam's forest. Several years later, they welcomed their son, Xess Xava. After approximately ten years together, the couple announced their separation.

Cabau van Kasbergen subsequently moved to Los Angeles with their son, while Sneijder remained in the Netherlands. Despite their separation, the two maintain a good relationship. However, the former professional footballer largely relies on video calls to see his son due to the significant distance between them.

With the World Cup now partially hosted in the United States, the journey for the former international also signifies a reunion with his son and ex-partner. Footage from RTL Boulevard shows them celebrating together amidst the orange-clad crowd. "I'm just here to enjoy myself, and I hope we'll see a great match," he stated just before the Netherlands-Japan clash. The video has garnered numerous heartfelt reactions, including a heart emoji from rapper Lil' Kleine.

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