Morocco advance after penalty shootout win over Netherlands in Monterrey thriller
Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties on Monday to reach the World Cup last 16 after their Round of 32 tie ended 1-1 following extra time.
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Morocco advance after penalty shootout win over Netherlands in Monterrey thriller — Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Paraguay and Morocco advance via penalty shootouts in Round of 32; Brazil defeats Japan 2-1. Germany has been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after losing to Paraguay 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in the Round of 32, marking a significant upset in the tournament.
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Important posts & threads
Morocco through to Round of 16
FULL-TIME (After Penalties) 🇲🇦🔥 Morocco are through to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16! After 120 minutes ended 1-1, the Atlas Lions held their nerve and defeated the Netherlands 3-2 in the penalty shootout.
Germany and Japan out
It's a meme riffing on WWII's end... Fans are jokingly comparing both nations' teams getting knocked out of the 2026 World Cup today (Germany by Paraguay on penalties, Japan by Brazil) to the Axis powers losing again.
2026 World Cup: Morocco send Netherlands home
2026 World Cup: Morocco send Netherlands home after dramatic penalty shootout https://www.pulsesports.ng/story/2026-world-cup-morocco-keep-trophy-dream-alive-after-dramatic-penalty-shootout-win-over-netherlands-2026063004040190727
Bullish takes
- Germany's early exit from the 2026 World Cup may spur significant investment in youth development and tactical restructuring, potentially strengthening the team for future tournaments.
Critical takes
- Germany's elimination in the Round of 32 raises questions about the team's ability to compete at the highest level, especially given their status as four-time champions.
Why this matters
Knockout stage upsets reshape bracket with Paraguay and Morocco advancing.