Netherlands eliminated by Morocco in World Cup penalty shootout

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Netherlands eliminated by Morocco in World Cup penalty shootout
Summary

The Netherlands faced Morocco in the Round of 32 of the World Cup in Monterrey, Mexico, where they lost in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. Nathan Ake started for the Dutch, who took the lead with a goal from Cody Gakpo but conceded an equalizer from Issa Diop in injury time. After extra time concluded with no additional goals, the match proceeded to penalties, where the Dutch missed three spot-kicks. Ismail Saibari converted the final penalty for Morocco, securing their progression to the last-16 round against Canada. Brazil and Paraguay also advanced after victories over Japan and Germany.

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  • Match ended 1-1 after extra time, went to penalties.
  • Cody Gakpo scored for the Netherlands; Issa Diop equalized.
  • Morocco progressed 3-2 in the shootout.
  • Dutch missed three penalties in the shootout.
  • Morocco to face Canada in the next round.
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