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FIFA World Cup 2026: Morocco defeats Netherlands on penalties to reach Round of 16 An enthralling match had gone to extra time after Issa Diop had glanced in a dramatic equaliser for Morocco in the first minute of stoppage time as the Netherlands closed in on victory

Saibari’s winner sends Morocco into last 16 as Netherlands crash to earliest WC exit Morocco stunned the Netherlands in a dramatic penalty shootout, securing a 3-2 victory after a 1-1 draw to advance to the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup. Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou's crucial save paved the way for Ismael Saibari's winning penalty. The Atlas Lions fought back from Cody Gakpo's late goal, forcing extra time with a stoppage-time header, ending the Dutch's World Cup campaign.

Canada suffer World Cup exit as Azzedine Ounahi secures Morocco win Sport | Football Canada 0-3 Morocco: Azzedine Ounahi scores twice to dash co-hosts' World Cup dream Morocco turn on the style in second half to reach successive World Cup quarter-finals On target: Azzedine Ounahi Getty Jim van Wijk 1 minute ago COMMENTS Azzedine Ounahi scored twice in the second half as Morocco beat co-hosts Canada 3-0 in Houston to book their place in the World Cup quarter-finals. Morocco, semi-finalists in Qatar four years ago, had been second best during the first half as Canadian-born goalkeeper Yassine Bounou denied both Jonathan David and Tani Oluwaseyi early on. Girona midfielder Ounahi eventually broke the deadlock five minutes after the restart when he swept in a low shot following a well-worked free-kick and then added a late second on the break before Soufiane Rahimi added a third in stoppage time to make sure of a place in the last eight against either France or Paraguay. Canada – with star man Alphonso Davies again on the bench – had started brightly as Jonathan David’s angled effort from an early corner was palmed away by Morocco keeper Bounou, who then produced a fine reaction save …

JUST IN: World Cup: Morocco become first team into quarter-finals after beating Canada <img width="680" height="412" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/07/HMZ-Y8FXUAAS3nn.jpg?fit=680%2C412&amp;ssl=1" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Morocco team" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/07/HMZ-Y8FXUAAS3nn.jpg?w=680&amp;ssl=1 680w, https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/07/HMZ-Y8FXUAAS3nn.jpg?resize=526%2C319&amp;ssl=1 526w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p>Substitute Soufiane Rahimi completed the victory deep into stoppage time, finishing off another rapid counterattack to seal a convincing 3-0 win</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com/sports/football/892962-just-in-world-cup-morocco-become-first-team-into-quarter-finals-after-beating-canada.html">JUST IN: World Cup: Morocco become first team into quarter-finals after beating Canada</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.premiumtimesng.com">Premium Times Nigeria</a>.</p>

Morocco reach World Cup last-16 with dramatic shootout win over Netherlands Morocco came from behind to knock the Netherlands out in the round of 32, beating them 3-2 on penalties.

Morocco snatch shoot-out victory from jaws of defeat to knock ... Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 in a dramatic penalty shoot-out to reach the World Cup last 16 after their knockout tie ended 1-1 following extra time. Ismael Saibari converted the winning spot kick ⁠after Yassine Bounou saved Crysencio Summerville's penalty, sending Morocco through after a dramatic contest in which they had forced extra time with a stoppage-time equaliser. Morocco's Neil El Aynaoui and Dutch substitute Justin Kluivert missed their attempts before Bart Verbruggen appeared to save Soufiane Rahimi's effort, only for the ball to squirm underneath him and trickle over the line. Quinten Timber then put the ball wide with the Dutch side's fourth kick, Achraf Hakimi struck the post with the chance ⁠to seal victory before Saibari kept his nerve to send Morocco through. The ​shootout capped ⁠a gripping encounter in Monterrey that swung repeatedly in both teams' favour, with Cody Gakpo 's emotional second-half opener cancelled out by Issa Diop's stoppage-time header before neither team could find a winner in extra time. Recommended Why is Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi being booed at the World Cup? Cody Gakpo…

Saibari, Bounou send Dutch packing from World Cup Ismael Saibari scored the decisive goal in a penalty shootout as Morocco sent the Netherlands to their earliest World Cup exit, eliminating the Dutch 3-2 after a 1-1 draw. Loginor signup to continue reading With the shootout tied at 2-2 after four rounds, Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made a strong save of Crysencio Summerville's attempt, batting it away with his left hand. Saibari then sent the winner into the low left corner as goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen went the other direction. The Netherlands had reached at least the round of 16 in eight previous World Cup appearances, including a quarter-final appearance four years ago, when Morocco reached the semi-finals. Cody Gakpo scored in the 72nd minute for the Dutch. After the goal, which was assisted by Summerville, the Dutch bench ran onto the field to embrace the 27-year-old Gakpo, who broke down in tears. Gakpo and his partner, Noa van der Bij, recently announced they had lost their unborn child and he had decided to stay at the tournament. Morocco's Issa Diop tied it in the 91st minute, heading in a long cross from Chemsdine Talbi after Dutch captain Virgil van Dijk wa…

Morocco beats Netherlands in penalties to set up Round of 16 match with ... ADVERTISEMENT Ismael Saibari scored the winner as Morocco defeated the Netherlands in penalties after a grueling match on Monday night, setting up a match against Canada in the Round of 16 on Saturday. The TSN World panel shares their reaction. 23:45 23:49 00:29 30:06 02:06 01:55 10:12 01:39 01:05 07:06 06:56 04:31 00:44 04:36 01:46:08 00:52 02:05:46 00:34 05:53 04:29 05:11 01:09 07:11 00:57 08:32 29:35 01:57 07:08 03:39 01:03 Sign In/Subscribe 12:30PM - 1:30PM Sign In/Subscribe 1:00PM - 1:30PM Sign In/Subscribe 10:00AM - 8:00PM Sign In/Subscribe 1:00PM - 2:00PM Sign In/Subscribe 10:00AM - 9:00PM Sign In/Subscribe 11:45AM - 12:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 12:00PM - 12:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 4:45AM - 5:00PM Sign In/Subscribe 11:05AM - 1:45PM Sign In/Subscribe 12:43PM - 2:30PM Sign In/Subscribe 11:05AM - 1:45PM Sign In/Subscribe 9:45AM - 12:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 11:45AM - 12:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 9:45AM - 12:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 12:00PM - 12:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 11:15AM - 12:00AM Sign In/Subscribe 12:15PM - 12:00AM 04:36 08:32 01:39 03:39 …

Morocco beat Netherlands on penalties to reach FIFA World Cup last 16 <p>Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties on Monday to reach the World Cup last 16 after their Round of 32 tie ended 1-1 following extra time, setting up a meeting with co-hosts Canada.</p> <p>Ismael Saibari converted the winning spot kick after Yassine Bounou saved Crysencio Summerville’s penalty, sending Morocco through after a dramatic contest in which they had forced extra time with a stoppage-time equaliser.</p> <p>Morocco’s Neil El Aynaoui and Dutch substitute Justin Kluivert missed their attempts before Bart Verbruggen appeared to save Soufiane Rahimi’s effort, only for the ball to squirm underneath him and trickle over the line.</p> <figure class='media w-full sm:w-1/2 media--right media--embed media--uneven' data-original-src='https://www.dawn.com/news/2011684/ayyoub-bouaddi-the-maths-student-dictating-moroccos-midfield-in-the-fifa-world-cup'> <div class='media__item media__item--newskitlink '> <iframe class="nk-iframe" width="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="height:250px;position:relative" src="https://www.dawn.com/news/card/2011684" …

Morocco sends Netherlands to its earliest World Cup exit after nail ... The Moroccan team starts to celebrate after winning on penalty kicks the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the Netherlands and Morocco in Guadalupe, near Monterrey, Mexico, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Sofia Yaker) Morocco’s Ismael Saibari (11) celebrates kicking the game winning penalty kick goal during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the Netherlands and Morocco in Guadalupe, near Monterrey, Mexico, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Dolores Ochoa) Netherlands goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen (1) allows a goal during a penalty shootout at the end of the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the Netherlands and Morocco in Guadalupe, near Monterrey, Mexico, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Moises Castillo) Morocco’s Ismael Saibari (11) scores from the penalty spot during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the Netherlands and Morocco in Guadalupe, near Monterrey, Mexico, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan) Morocco’s Ismael Saibari (11) celebrates kicking the game winning penalty kick goal during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the Netherlands …

Ismael Saibari the hero as Morocco sink Netherlands to ... - The National Morocco booked their place in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup with Ismael Saibari converting the winning penalty to send the Netherlands packing. The game had finished 1-1 after Issa Diop had cancelled out Cody Gakpo's effort. For a second time at this World Cup , the game was decided on penalties. Neil El Aynaoui and Achraf Hakimi fluffed theirs for Morocco, but Yassine Bounou saved Crysencio Summerville's fourth Dutch kick, allowing Saibari to step up to slot home and send the Atlas Lions through. Marsch gives US cold shoulder after Canada seal last-16 place Read More Arrow It was no more than Morocco deserved, having dominated the Dutch. Saibari, who scored in all three group games, continued on his journey as the tournament's breakout star. "A really tough game against a really tough opponent. One of the best opponents you can face in the world," said Morocco defender Noussair Mazraoui, who played the full 120 minutes. "It's a top 10 of the world, I think a contender to win eventually the World Cup. The way that we managed to win today is a huge acknowledgment for us as a national team, of course." Hea…

Morocco stun Netherlands in dramatic shootout to reach World Cup last 16 Verbruggen shines but Morocco hold nerve in penalties to dump Dutch out Dubai: Morocco defeated the Netherlands in a penalty shootout to advance to the last 16 of theWorld Cupon Monday after a thrilling battle in Monterrey finished 1-1 after extra-time. Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made the crucial save to block the Netherlands’ fourth penalty from Crysencio Summerville before striker Ismael Saibari stepped up to blast home the winning spot-kick that sealed a 3-2 shootout win. The victory sends Morocco into a last-16 clash with Canada in Houston on Saturday. An enthralling match had gone to extra time after Issa Diop had glanced in a dramatic equaliser for Morocco in the first minute of stoppage time as the Netherlands closed in on victory. The Dutch had taken the lead midway through the second half with a goal from Cody Gakpo, playing just days after his partner had confirmed the death of the couple’s unborn son. Liverpool forward Gakpo sank to the turf and appeared overcome with emotion as he was surrounded by teammates in a prolonged group embrace. But Morocco forced extra time when an unmarked…

Shootout Win Sends Morocco Past Netherlands, Into Matchup vs. Canada Ismael Saibari scored in the fifth round of a penalty shootout and Morocco remained alive at the World Cup following a 1-1 draw with the Netherlands in the round of 32 on Monday at Guadalupe, Mexico. Saibari's kick into the left side of the goal gave Morocco a 3-2 victory in the shootout and set up a round of 16 match against Canada on Saturday at Houston, Reuters reported. Morocco trailed 1-0 and was minutes from elimination before 6-foot-4 defender Issa Diop scored on a header off a long cross from Chemsdine Talbi just seconds after the clock reached the 90-minute mark. Diop tallied his first international goal after ⁠switching his allegiance ⁠to Morocco from France earlier this year. Yassine Bounou made one save for Morocco over the 120 minutes of regulation time. However, his biggest stop of the night came in the fifth round of the shootout when he used his left hand to stop a shot toward the top of the goal from Crysencio Summerville. Soufiane ⁠Rahimi and Talbi also scored for Morocco in the penalty shootout. Justin Kluivert, Quinten Timber and Summerville all missed from the spot for the Netherlands. The Du…

Watch: Moroccan fans clash with Dutch police after Morocco stun Netherlands in WC Morocco's stunning 3-2 penalty shootout victory over the Netherlands in the FIFA World Cup 2026 has ignited wild celebrations in Casablanca, with fans pouring into the streets. However, the joy was marred by clashes between police and fans in The Hague, where fireworks and stones were thrown. Captain Achraf Hakimi emphasised the win proves Morocco's Qatar success was no fluke, highlighting the team's dedication and hard work.

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Ismael Saibari’s shootout winner sends Morocco past the Netherlands, earliest World Cup exit for the Dutch <p>GUADALUPE, Mexico &#8212; Ismael Saibari scored the decisive goal in a penalty shootout, and Morocco sent the Netherlands to its earliest World Cup exit, eliminating the Dutch, 3-2, after a 1-1 draw Monday night.</p>

Ounahi bags brace as Morocco see off spirited Canada to make World Cup ... Ounahi bags brace as Morocco see off spirited Canada to make World Cup quarter-finals Chris Wilson Morocco celebrate Azzedine Ounahi's second goal Hannah Mckay / Reuters Morocco became the first nation to secure their place in the FIFA World Cup (WC) quarter-finals, stretching their unbeaten run to 10 matches with a hard-fought 3-0 win over co-hosts Canada, who are the first co-hosts to be eliminated. Canada may have been priced up as sizeable outsiders pre-game, but it was the co-hosts who started like the side bearing the weight of expectancy. A gilt-edged opportunity presented itself inside the opening 15 minutes, when Tani Oluwaseyi was found inside the area, where he fired into the legs of Yassine Bounou when met by the Moroccan stopper. Opportunities were at a premium for large parts of the first period, but the half-chances that did arrive kept falling to Canada, with an unmarked Alistair Johnston heading straight at a Moroccan defender from 12 yards. Morocco were rather lacklustre throughout the opening 45 minutes, and that was encapsulated by the fact that their only sight of goal in the first half…

World Cup: Morocco eliminate Netherlands <img width="1536" height="960" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/06/1003492685-e1782794657483.jpg?fit=1536%2C960&amp;ssl=1" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Atlas Lions of Morocco (Credit: Achraf Hakimi on X)" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/06/1003492685-e1782794657483.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/06/1003492685-e1782794657483.jpg?resize=526%2C329&amp;ssl=1 526w, https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/06/1003492685-e1782794657483.jpg?resize=768%2C480&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/06/1003492685-e1782794657483.jpg?resize=750%2C469&amp;ssl=1 750w, https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/06/1003492685-e1782794657483.jpg?resize=1140%2C713&amp;ssl=1 1140w" sizes="(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px" /><p>Morocco's striker Saibari scored the last penalty kick to win the match for his tea…