The goals, minute by minute
- 72'Cody GakpoGoal · 1-0
- 90'+1'Issa DiopGoal · 1-1
- 120'Teun KoopmeinersPenalty · 2-1
- 120'Soufiane RahimiPenalty · 2-2
- 120'Wout WeghorstPenalty · 3-2
- 120'Chemsdine TalbiPenalty · 3-3
- 120'Ismael SaibariPenalty · 3-4
The preview
Written before the match. We've left it as it was, even where the game said otherwise.
Context
Netherlands (1st Group F) vs Morocco (2nd Group C) · knockout
Level of the teams
Netherlands: great quality and experience (Gakpo, Memphis, Frenkie de Jong),
balanced across the pitch.
Morocco: Qatar 2022 semifinalist and African champion, physical and top
(Hakimi, Brahim, En-Nesyri). A very dangerous opponent.
Key factors
- An even, high-level tie between two complete teams.
- Netherlands manages the tempo better; Morocco is more physical and direct.
- Could be settled by details, extra time or penalties.
Prediction
Result in 90': 2-1 Netherlands (alternative: 1-1)
- Netherlands win: ~45%
- Draw: ~28%
- Morocco win: ~27%
Advances: Netherlands (~58%)
Player to watch: Achraf Hakimi, Morocco's thrust and threat.
Final verdict, Confidence: medium
A high-voltage, even match. Netherlands is a slight favorite on balance and
pedigree, but Morocco has the tools to knock anyone out.