Morocco Defeats Netherlands in Penalty Shootout to Reach Round of 16

Summary

Morocco triumphed over the Netherlands 3-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw to advance to the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026 held in Mexico.

Key Points
  • Morocco defeated the Netherlands 3-2 in a penalty shootout to advance to the Round of 16 of FIFA World Cup 2026.
  • The match ended 1-1 after regulation and extra time.
  • Cody Gakpo scored for the Netherlands in the 72nd minute.
  • Ismael Saibari equalized for Morocco during injury time.
  • Morocco will face Canada in the Round of 16 while the Netherlands' World Cup journey has ended.
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