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Morocco Eliminates Netherlands from World Cup in Dramatic Penalty Shootout
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First reported by Walla · Jun 30, 2026
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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N12Center · HebrewJun 30, 2026
Morocco Eliminates Netherlands from World Cup in Dramatic Penalty Shootout
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Morocco Eliminates Netherlands from World Cup in Dramatic Penalty Shootout
SrugimRight · HebrewJun 30, 2026
Morocco Upsets Netherlands in Dramatic World Cup 2026 Penalty Shootout
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