Morocco and Netherlands Fans Celebrate in Mexico as Amsterdam Prepares for Possible Violence

As the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 begins, fans of Morocco and the Netherlands are already celebrating in Monterrey, Mexico, ahead of their match. The city is filled with supporters from both teams, with viral videos showing celebrations featuring fireworks and singing. The Dutch fans, known as the "Orange Army," have been celebrating throughout the night with music and dancing.

Meanwhile, in the Netherlands, especially Amsterdam, authorities are preparing for potential unrest regardless of the match outcome. The country has a significant population of around 420,000 people of Moroccan descent, and previous World Cups saw riots in various European countries, including the Netherlands, following Morocco's matches. The upcoming game is expected to be highly emotional, as both teams face the risk of early elimination in the Round of 32.

Morocco aims to replicate or improve upon its historic semifinal run from the last World Cup, while the Netherlands, which reached the quarterfinals in 2022 and has been a three-time finalist, including in 2010, seeks to advance further. Local police in Amsterdam are preparing for possible disturbances on the streets, emphasizing that tensions may rise regardless of which team loses.