Mondial-2026 : Le Maroc élimine les Pays-Bas et retrouve le Canada en 8e de finale
Morocco qualified for the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup after a thrilling match against the Netherlands. Held to a 1-1 draw after extra time, the Atlas Lions ultimately secured their place thanks to their composure in the penalty shootout (3-2).
From the opening whistle, the Moroccans took control of the match, monopolizing possession and launching numerous attacks. Despite this dominance, Akimi's teammates encountered a well-organized Dutch defense, which, however, was unable to pose a real threat.
The same scenario played out after the break. Morocco continued to press forward but couldn't find a way through. And against the run of play, the Netherlands opened the scoring in the 72nd minute thanks to Cody Gakpo, who capitalized on one of their rare attacking forays.
With their backs against the wall, Morocco launched attack after attack in the final minutes and were rewarded in added time when Issa Diop popped up to equalize in the 90th+1 minute, sending the two teams into extra time.
During the extra thirty minutes, the Netherlands opted to retreat entirely into their own half to preserve their chances. Despite constant dominance and several attempts, Morocco failed to break down the Dutch defense a second time.
Qualification was therefore decided by a penalty shootout. More precise and composed in this exercise, the Moroccans prevailed 3-2, thus securing their place in the round of 16.
Morocco will face Canada for a place in the quarter-finals.
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