The Netherlands’ run at the 2026 World Cup ended in the Round of 32, where Morocco eliminated them 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw through extra time on Monday, 29 June, at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, Monterrey.
This guide recaps the Oranje’s full run at the tournament, from topping Group F to the shootout heartbreak against Morocco.
Netherlands’ full World Cup 2026 record
The Netherlands won two of their three group matches to finish first in Group F, then lost to Morocco on penalties in the Round of 32.
Here is their complete match log from the 2026 tournament.
| Match | Date — City (Stadium) | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands vs Japan | 14 June — Arlington (AT&T Stadium) | 2–2 (D) |
| Netherlands vs Sweden | 20 June — Houston (NRG Stadium) | 5–1 (W) |
| Netherlands vs Tunisia | 25 June — Kansas City (Arrowhead Stadium) | 3–1 (W) |
| Netherlands vs Morocco (Round of 32) | 29 June — Guadalupe/Monterrey (Estadio BBVA) | 1–1 aet, Morocco won 3–2 on penalties (L) |
How Morocco won the shootout
Cody Gakpo put the Netherlands ahead in the 72nd minute, but Morocco’s Issa Diop equalised in stoppage time to send the match to extra time.
Neither team scored again in extra time, and the tie went to a penalty shootout that Morocco won 3-2.
- Cody Gakpo scored for the Netherlands in the 72nd minute.
- Issa Diop equalised for Morocco in the 90+1st minute.
- The match finished 1-1 after 90 minutes and remained level through extra time.
- Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou saved Crysencio Summerville’s penalty, the Netherlands’ fourth spot-kick.
- Ismael Saibari scored the winning penalty for a 3-2 shootout victory.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far did the Netherlands go at the 2026 World Cup?
The Netherlands reached the Round of 32. They topped Group F but were eliminated by Morocco on penalties on 29 June 2026.
Who eliminated the Netherlands from the 2026 World Cup?
Morocco eliminated the Netherlands. The sides drew 1-1 after extra time, and Morocco won the penalty shootout 3-2.
What was the Netherlands’ World Cup record in 2026?
The Netherlands won two matches, drew two, and lost none in normal time. They beat Sweden 5-1 and Tunisia 3-1, drew 2-2 with Japan, and drew 1-1 with Morocco before losing on penalties.
Where was the Netherlands’ Round of 32 match played?
The match was played at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, part of the Monterrey metro area in Mexico. A crowd of 51,243 saw Morocco win the shootout.
Sources
- FIFA — Netherlands v Morocco 1-1 (aet, Morocco won 3-2 on penalties): Match Report and Highlights
- ESPN — Netherlands 1-1 Morocco (Jun 29, 2026) Final Score
- Al Jazeera — Morocco Beat Netherlands in Dramatic World Cup Shootout to Reach Last 16
- Wikipedia — 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F
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