Morocco Stuns Netherlands in Penalty Thriller, Advances to Round of 16 as Brazil Also Progress and Germany Crashes Out to Paraguay

In a dramatic Round of 32 clash at Monterrey Stadium, Morocco defeated the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time, advancing to face Canada in the Round of 16.

The Atlas Lions, riding high from a solid group stage showing, delivered another resilient performance reminiscent of their 2022 Qatar heroics.

Cody Gakpo opened the scoring for the Dutch in the 72nd minute,…