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Morocco down Netherlands to reach World Cup last 16

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Netherlands players consoled by Morocco at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe on June 29, 2026. [ Alfredo ESTRELLA / AFP]

Morocco defeated the Netherlands in a penalty shoot-out to advance to the last 16 of the World Cup on 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' fifth penalty from Crysencio Summerville before striker Ismael Saibari stepped up to blast home the winning spot-kick that sealed a 3-2 shootout win.

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