Morocco advances to World Cup Round of 16 after defeating Netherlands in penalty shootout
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Morocco has advanced to the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, eliminating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the Round of 32. The match, played at Monterrey Stadium, saw the Netherlands take the lead in the 72nd minute with a goal from Cody Gakpo. However, substitute defender Issa Diop equalized for Morocco in the 91st minute, heading in a cross from Chemsdine Talbi, which forced extra time. Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou saved a penalty from Crysencio Summerville in the shootout, and Ismael Saibari scored the winning spot-kick for Morocco. The Atlas Lions are now scheduled to face Canada in the Round of 16. This victory follows Morocco's historic semifinal run four years prior, solidifying their status as a global football powerhouse. In another upset, Paraguay defeated Germany 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw.
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