Morocco secured a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 after defeating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in a thrilling Round of 32 clash at Monterrey Stadium. Cody Gakpo gave the Dutch the lead in the 72nd minute, but Issa Diop's dramatic stoppage-time equaliser forced extra time. Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou starred in the shootout as Morocco held their nerve to progress. Issa Diop was named Player of the Match, and the Atlas Lions will now face Canada in the Round of 16 on July 4
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Morocco Knock Out Netherlands on Penalties to Reach Last 16
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