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Morocco eliminated the Netherlands in a World Cup match, sparking jubilant scenes in Casablanca and clashes with police in The Hague, while the team prepares for a pivotal encounter with Canada.
Morocco eliminated the Netherlands on penalties, igniting celebrations in Casablanca and confrontations in The Hague.
Morocco's penalty win over the Netherlands sent shockwaves through the tournament, sparking jubilant scenes in Morocco and tense confrontations abroad.
Morocco’s penalty victory over the Netherlands sent waves of jubilation through diaspora communities, with police confronting unrest in The Hague and streets of Casablanca lit by fireworks and chants.
Morocco defeated the Netherlands on penalties, sparking jubilant street parties in Casablanca and confrontations with police in The Hague, as supporters anticipate a potential historic run.
Morocco eliminated the Netherlands on penalties, igniting jubilant scenes in Casablanca and violent clashes in The Hague. Ismael Saibari's decisive spot‑kick propelled the Moroccan side into a Round of 16 showdown with Canada, a team they had beaten two years earlier.
A dramatic set of matches saw Paraguay defeat Germany on penalties, Morocco eliminate the Netherlands, and Brazil edge Japan with a stoppage‑time winner.
A late header from Issa Diop forced extra time, but Morocco’s composure in the shootout, highlighted by Ismael Saibari’s decisive goal, sent them past a Dutch side that had not fallen this far in eleven previous tournaments.
The group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered record‑breaking performances, surprise breakthroughs and dominant team displays that set the tone for a knockout phase full of intrigue.
The Athletic’s daily preview mixes professional insight with unexpected contributors, recapping recent results and projecting the next wave of knockout‑stage battles.
Morocco, the top-ranked African team, battles Haiti in Atlanta with a chance to secure a knockout berth, while Haiti, already eliminated, hopes to end its campaign on a high note.
The Athletic's comprehensive rankings dissect each of the 2026 World Cup fixtures, spotlighting historic wins, record‑breaking scores and the players who defined the competition.
Yesterday’s action saw Portugal crush Uzbekistan, England hold Ghana, while Croatia and Colombia secured narrow victories; today’s schedule pits Switzerland against Canada and Scotland against Brazil, all tracked on The Athletic’s interactive Pick’Em platform.
France and Argentina top the re‑ranked standings after decisive wins, while the United States, Morocco and Mexico make early knockout statements. Spain's goalless stalemate and Brazil's return to form add further intrigue.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions blend expert insight with a playful competition, recapping Matchday 9’s key results and previewing the decisive fixtures of Matchday 10.
Paraguay edged Turkey 1-0 in a tense World Cup encounter, with Matías Galarza’s early strike and Miguel Almirón’s dismissal shaping a group‑stage climax.
Scotland has opened the 2026 World Cup with an unexpected win, while Morocco looks to translate its star power into a group‑stage triumph.
Bayern Munich is close to sealing deals for Ismael Saibari and Nathaniel Brown, but to finance the reinforcements the club must offload at least four first‑team members, targeting €50‑60 million and navigating a subdued transfer market.
Real Madrid's outreach to West Ham, United's lead for Fernandes, Bayern's Saibari move, and a host of other Premier League and continental interests set the stage for an active summer.
Bayern Munich has agreed on a €55 million transfer for Ismael Saibari, a contract running until 2031, with a medical scheduled in the USA and high expectations from head coach Vincent Kompany.
Sweden defeated Tunisia 5‑1 in their opening match, with Yasin Ayari’s celebrated goal, Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres’ finishes, and a VAR‑reviewed strike from Mattias Svanberg. Tunisia’s coach Sabri Lamouchi defended his side’s attacking ethos, while Hannibal Mejbri shone for the Africans.
Morocco fielded an unprecedented starting eleven of players born outside its borders and managed a 1‑1 draw against Brazil in their World Cup Group C opener, showcasing a bold strategy that blends diaspora talent with national ambition.
A 1-1 stalemate saw Morocco's Ismael Saibari open the scoring before Vinícius Júnior equalised, as both sides displayed contrasting strengths ahead of their upcoming fixtures.
Brazil laboured against Morocco in their opening World Cup match, with Vinicius Junior rescuing the team and Carlo Ancelotti making halftime changes that sparked a modest recovery. Persistent questions remain over the midfield and defensive setup.