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Morocco to face Netherlands in World Cup round of 16
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Morocco's Atlas Lions, who finished second in Group C with seven points behind Brazil on goal difference, will play the Netherlands in the World Cup round of 16. Morocco secured their spot in the knockout stage after drawing 1-1 with Brazil, followed by a 1-0 victory over Scotland and a 4-2 win against Haiti. The Netherlands topped Group F to qualify. The winner of the Morocco-Netherlands match will advance to the quarterfinals to play the winner of the Canada-South Africa match on July 4 in Houston. Brazil, as Group C winners, will face Japan, who finished second in Group F.
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