Morocco advance in World Cup after penalty shootout win over the Netherlands
Summary
Morocco advanced to the World Cup last 16 by defeating the Netherlands 3-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in extra time, setting up a match against co-hosts Canada.
Key Points
- Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties to reach the World Cup last 16.
- The match ended 1-1 after extra time with a stoppage-time equaliser from Issa Diop for Morocco.
- Ismael Saibari scored the winning penalty after goalkeeper Yassine Bounou saved a Dutch attempt.
- Morocco will face Canada in the next round in Houston.
- Cody Gakpo scored the emotional opening goal for the Netherlands in the 72nd minute.
