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Ronald Koeman has stepped down as Netherlands manager following their elimination from the FIFA World Cup by Morocco in a penalty shootout.
Ronald Koeman has stepped down as Netherlands manager following their World Cup elimination, which was followed by a wave of racist abuse targeting players who missed penalties. The Dutch Football Association condemned the online racism.
Morocco reached the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after defeating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw. They will face Canada in Houston.
Morocco edged the Netherlands on penalties to reach the Round of 16 for the second consecutive World Cup, while Paraguay stunned Germany in a historic shootout. Brazil advanced with a narrow win over Japan, and African teams made waves in the standings.
Morocco defeated the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to become the first African nation to reach the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a historic milestone for African football.