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The Morocco national team advanced to the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup after defeating Netherlands in a penalty shootout, with a score of 2/3, in the match held at the "BBVA" stadium.
What happened in the match?
Kodi Gakpo opened the scoring for the Netherlands, with a shot from inside the penalty area, in the 72nd minute.
Isa Diop equalized for the Morocco national team with a header in the 90+ minute.
How did Morocco advance to the next round?
The match remained tied after extra time, before the penalty shootout, which Morocco won in the end.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-18 | Senegal 0-3 Morocco |
What's next?
The Morocco national team will play Canada in the Round of 16, after Canada defeated South Africa with a single goal.
Finally, the Morocco national team advanced to the Round of 16, while Netherlands was eliminated from the tournament held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
