Morocco secured a spot in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, defeating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties in Monterrey. The match ended 1-1 after extra time.
The Atlas Lions took an early lead in the first half, but the Dutch equalized before the break. Neither side could find a winner in regulation or extra time, leading to a penalty shootout.
Morocco's goalkeeper made a crucial save in the shootout, while all three Moroccan takers converted their spot kicks. The win marks a historic achievement for the Moroccan team, which reached the semifinals in the 2022 tournament.
