Monterrey, June 30 (IANS) Defender Noussair Mazraoui said Morocco’s unwavering belief and composure helped them pull off a dramatic comeback against the Netherlands as the Atlas Lions advanced to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 following a penalty shootout victory. Trailing to Cody Gakpo’s 72nd-minute strike, Morocco refused to panic and found a stoppage-time equaliser through Issa Diop before prevailing in the shootout, with Ismael Saibari converting the winning penalty after goalkeeper Yass…
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New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Former Swedish star Zlatan Ibrahimovic has criticised Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman and said that the Dutch team lost their identity in their penalty shootout defeat against Morocco in the FIFA World Cup 2026 clash at the Monterrey Stadium on Tuesday.After 120 minutes of intense tactical battle ended 1-1, the Atlas Lions held their nerve from the spot to win 3-2 on penalties and continue their remarkable World Cup journey.It’s the Dutch that made the breakthrough when…
Monterrey, June 30 (IANS) Morocco manager Mohamed Ouahbi has praised his team’s self-belief after recovering from a goal down to beat the Netherlands on penalties and reach the World Cup last 16. The result at Monterrey Stadium set up a round-of-16 meeting with co-host Canada on July 4 in Houston.”We believe in ourselves, in our game plan and in our identity. What’s important to me is that the players know what to do, irrespective of the scenario,” Ouahbi told a post-match news conference as quo…
Monterrey, June 30 (IANS) Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman cast doubt on his future on Tuesday after a penalty shootout loss to Morocco eliminated his team from the World Cup.Koeman said he was still coming to grips with the result at Monterrey Stadium, which marked the Netherlands’ earliest exit at the World Cup finals since its round of 16 elimination in Germany 20 years ago.”I haven’t resigned. I’m going to reflect on my future. Right now, the disappointment from the match is still very fresh….
Monterrey, June 30 (IANS) Morocco booked their place in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over the Netherlands here at Monterrey Stadium on Tuesday. After 120 minutes of intense tactical battle ended 1-1, the Atlas Lions held their nerve from the spot to win 3-2 on penalties and continue their remarkable World Cup journey.It’s the Dutch that made the breakthrough when Cody Gakpo broke the deadlock in the 72nd minute. A wonderful run and off-bala…
Houston, June 21 (IANS) After Dutch duo Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo matched countrymen Robben and Van Persie’s feat of scoring twice each in the same World Cup match, they said, “To be mentioned alongside the legends is something to be proud of.” In 2014, Netherlands swept aside reigning champions Spain 5-1, inspired by magnificent performances and stunning goals from Arjen Robben and Robin van Persie. The pair became the first Dutch duo to score twice each in the same World Cup match. They hel…
New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially become the fastest edition of the global showpiece to hit the 100-goal milestone in 68 years, achieving the feat in just 33 matches. Mexico’s Julian Quinones opened the scoring in this World Cup in a 2-0 win over South Africa on June 12. Cody Gakpo of the Netherlands netted the 100th goal at this year’s tournament with the Netherlands’ third goal in a 5-1 win over Sweden on Sunday (IST).Reaching 100 goals in only 33 matches is a …
Houston, June 21 (IANS) Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman said his side’s emphatic 5-1 victory over Sweden at the FIFA World Cup demonstrated the attacking threat of the Dutch team and provided a boost of confidence following their opening draw against Japan. The Netherlands delivered one of its most impressive performances of the tournament so far, with Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo both scoring twice before substitute Crysencio Summerville added a late fifth goal.Koeman praised his side’s attacki…
Houston, June 21 (IANS) Following the Oranje’s 5-1 demolition of their fellow Europeans Sweden, captain Virgil van Dijk praised the Netherlands’ performance and ability to bounce back after a difficult draw against Japan in the opening round. This was the Netherlands’ first victory at the FIFA World Cup 2026. It also proved to be a much-needed result, securing top spot in Group F following a frustrating draw with Japan.”I think the outside world underestimated Japan a little; they’re a gre…
Houston, June 21 (IANS) The Netherlands produced a ruthless attacking display to overpower Sweden 5-1 and climb to the top of Group F at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston on Sunday. Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo both scored braces as the Dutch turned a highly anticipated European showdown into a one-sided affair, leaving Sweden chasing shadows for much of the contest.The Oranje made a dream start, taking the lead in the fifth minute when Brobbey arrived to finish a dangerous delivery from Gakpo….