Morocco Reaches World Cup Quarterfinals After Thrilling Win Over Netherlands

Netherlands is eliminated from the World Cup after a thrilling win by Morocco. The team wins the penalty shootout 2-3 and advances to the next round.

The match ended after 120 minutes in a 1-1 tie, with Morocco winning the penalty shootout. Netherlands came on in the 72nd minute with a goal from Cody Gakpo, who worked the ball behind the Moroccan goalkeeper. Long seemed the Dutch lead sufficient for the win, but Morocco came back in the final phase.

In the first minute of the injury time (90+1), Issa Diop made the equalizer for Morocco with a header, making a tie necessary. Also in the tiebreaker, Morocco kept its nerves better and pulled the win to itself 2-3.

What happened?

Netherlands came on in the 72nd minute with a goal from Cody Gakpo, but Morocco came back in the final phase. In the first minute of the injury time (90+1), Issa Diop made the equalizer for Morocco.

Why is this important for Netherlands?

Netherlands is eliminated from the World Cup and must leave the tournament. Morocco reaches the next round and will continue to play in the World Cup.

What comes next?

Netherlands will have to focus on the next match, which will take place on September 24, 2026 against Germany. Morocco will continue to play in the World Cup and will have to focus on the next match.

Last result: Netherlands 1-1 Morocco (2026-06-30). Recent form (last 5): 4W-1D-0L (DWWWW, most recent first). Next fixture: vs Germany (at home, 2026-09-24).