Morocco Stun Netherlands on Penalties

The victory continued Morocco’s giant-killing tradition from the 2022 World Cup, but under new coach Mohamed Ouahbi the team has adopted a more attacking style.

The Netherlands’ exit sparked a national debate over the future of ‘Total Football,’ with pundits calling for a radical overhaul.

An economist’s widely cited model predicting a Dutch title proved wildly wrong.

Moroccan fans in The Hague celebrated with car horns and flags until police in riot gear intervened amid reports of fires.

The round of 16 match will be Morocco’s second straight knockout appearance, a historic achievement for African football.