Noussair Mazraoui shines as Morocco advances to World Cup last 16

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Noussair Mazraoui shines as Morocco advances to World Cup last 16
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Noussair Mazraoui played a pivotal role for Morocco in their World Cup match against the Netherlands, which ended in a penalty shootout victory for the North Africans. Morocco equalized in the 91st minute, and Mazraoui's defensive skills were on full display as he contributed significantly throughout the game. He made 19 defensive contributions, won four of five tackles, and completed 88% of his passes. The match was particularly significant for Mazraoui, who was born in the Netherlands but represents Morocco. Morocco will face Canada in the last 16 on July 4.

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  • Morocco defeated the Netherlands on penalties.
  • Mazraoui played the full match and excelled defensively.
  • The equalizer came in the 91st minute from Issa Diop.
  • Morocco will play Canada in the last 16 on July 4.
  • Mazraoui was born in the Netherlands but chose to represent Morocco.
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Manchester United’s Noussair Mazraoui was in action as Morocco progressed to the last 16 of the World Cup.MatchThe North Africans defeated the Netherlands on penalties. The Moroccans equalised in th...

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