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Morocco Eliminates Netherlands from World Cup in Dramatic Penalty Shootout

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Morocco Eliminates Netherlands from World Cup in Dramatic Penalty Shootout
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First reported by Walla · 2 hours ago

What happened

Morocco eliminated the Netherlands from the 2026 World Cup in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in Monterrey. Morocco's goalkeeper made key saves as the Dutch missed three penalties. Morocco will face Canada in the Round of 16, while the Netherlands exit early despite high expectations.

  • 01Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32.
  • 02The Dutch missed three penalties; Morocco's goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made crucial saves.
  • 03Cody Gakpo scored for the Netherlands in the 72nd minute; Issa Diop equalized for Morocco in the 92nd.
  • 04Morocco continues its rise in world football, reaching the knockout stage under coach Mohammed Wahbi.
  • 05The Netherlands, coached by Ronald Koeman, face early elimination despite a perfect qualifying campaign.
  • 06Morocco will meet Canada in the Round of 16 of the World Cup.

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Full coverage · 5 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

N12Center · Hebrew1 hour ago
Morocco Eliminates Netherlands from World Cup in Dramatic Penalty Shootout
MakoCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Morocco Eliminates Netherlands from World Cup in Dramatic Penalty Shootout
SrugimRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
Morocco Upsets Netherlands in Dramatic World Cup 2026 Penalty Shootout
YnetCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Morocco Eliminates Netherlands in World Cup Round of 16 After Penalty Shootout
WallaCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Netherlands and Morocco Draw 1-1 in World Cup Round of 32 Clash in Monterrey

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