The Netherlands and Morocco played to a 1-1 draw through regular time and into extra time, with both teams playing careful defense in anticipation of penalty kicks. Morocco won on the final kick. As The Associated Press reported, it was an emotional match for Dutch star Cody Gakpo, who scored the match’s first goal in an emotional moment.

The stage is all set for the first round of 16 encounter of the World Cup 2026 between Canada and Morocco at the Houston Stadium on Saturday. Jesse Marsch's side made it to the round of 16 thanks to a 92nd winner Stephen Eustáquio against South Africa in their previous match.

Record five-time world champions Brazil open their 2026 campaign against African heavyweights Morocco on Saturday.

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