Morocco Eliminates Netherlands in World Cup Round of 16 After Penalty Shootout
In a dramatic World Cup Round of 16 match, Morocco defeated the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after 120 minutes. The game saw Morocco as the stronger side, but they fell behind in the 72nd minute when Cody Gakpo scored for the Netherlands. Gakpo's goal was emotionally charged, as he had recently suffered the loss of his newborn son. Morocco managed to equalize in stoppage time of regular play through Issa Diop, pushing the match into extra time and eventually penalties, where Morocco prevailed to advance to the quarterfinals.
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