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Morocco advances after penalty shootout win

From Svenska Dagbladet · () Swedish

Translated from Swedish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Morocco advanced to the World Cup round of 16 after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over the Netherlands.
  • The match ended 1-1 after regulation time, with Cody Gakpo scoring for the Netherlands and Issa Diop equalizing in stoppage time for Morocco.
  • Morocco won the penalty shootout 3-2, with Ismael Saibari scoring the decisive penalty, and will next face Canada.

Morocco secured a place in the World Cup round of 16 following a tense penalty shootout victory against the Netherlands. The match, which saw Morocco largely control possession, ended in a 1-1 draw after regulation time, necessitating a penalty shootout to decide the winner.

The Netherlands took a late lead in the 72nd minute through Cody Gakpo. However, Morocco fought back, with Issa Diop scoring a crucial equalizer in stoppage time, forcing the game into extra time. After a goalless extra period, the match proceeded to penalties.

In the dramatic penalty shootout, Morocco emerged victorious with a 3-2 scoreline. Ismael Saibari converted the decisive penalty, sealing Morocco's advancement. "I have no words, I am so tired right now. But I am so proud of the team," said Morocco's captain Achraf Hakimi after the match.

Morocco's historic win propels them into the next round, where they are set to face Canada in their quest for further progress in the tournament.

I have no words, I am so tired right now. But I am so proud of the team.

— Achraf HakimiMorocco's captain speaking after the penalty shootout victory.
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Originally published by Svenska Dagbladet in Swedish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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