Atlas Lions Shock Netherlands in Penalty Drama to Seal Round of 16 Spot
Morocco produced another memorable World Cup display by eliminating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in extra time. Cody Gakpo’s 72nd-minute finish had put the Dutch in front, but Issa Diop powered home a stoppage-time header to force extra time. Both sides threatened in the additional 30 minutes, with superb saves from Bono and Bart Verbruggen keeping the score level. In the shootout, Morocco held their nerve despite early misses, and Ismael Saibari calmly converted the decisive kick after Crysencio Summerville’s effort was saved, booking a Round of 16 clash with Canada.
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