Netherlands and Morocco drew 1–1 in a World Championship knockout tie, with the Dutch absorbing intense pressure to secure a share of the spoils. Morocco dominated possession at 70 per cent and created significantly more, registering 11 shots to the Netherlands' 6, yet their clinical finishing proved elusive; they managed only 5 shots on target despite an xG of 1.38, whilst their goalkeeper faced just 2 on-target efforts and saved at 50 per cent. The Netherlands, operating in a 3–4–2–1 shape, defended resolutely with their goalkeeper making crucial saves; despite mustering only 0.24 xG, they converted through Cody Gakpo and their stopper saved 3.83 goals above expected value at an 80 per cent save rate. Referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio oversaw a tightly contested affair where Morocco's dominance in territory and chance creation went unrewarded. Extra time or a penalty shootout awaits to determine progression.