The Round of 32 match between the Netherlands and Morocco in the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 19:00 ET (7:00 p.m. local time). The Netherlands vs Morocco match will be held at Monterrey Stadium (Estadio BBVA) in Guadalupe, Mexico. Both teams have advanced to the knockout stage, looking to build upon their impressive group-stage campaigns.
Three-time World Cup runners-up the Netherlands reached the knockouts by placing first in Group F. Led by manager Ronald Koeman, the Oranje enjoyed an unbeaten run, bouncing back from an opening 2-2 draw with Japan to comfortably sweep aside Sweden 5-1 and Tunisia 3-1. They arrive at the knockouts carrying strong momentum and a historic 15-match unbeaten streak in the competition.
Nicknamed the Atlas Lions, Morocco secured their spot in the single-elimination phase by placing second in Group C on goal difference. Managed by Mohamed Ouahbi, they demonstrated their resilience by remaining undefeated against tough opposition, drawing with Brazil and securing victories over Scotland and Haiti.
Following their historic run to the semi-finals in 2022, they will be eager to prove their pedigree on the global stage once again.
2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 Netherlands vs Morocco
- Teams: Netherlands vs Morocco World Cup 2026 Round of 32
- Date & Time: Monday, June 29, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. local time).
- Venue: Monterrey Stadium (Estadio BBVA), Guadalupe, Mexico.
- Broadcast: FOX (USA), NOS (Netherlands), and beIN Sports (Morocco)
- Match Referee: Wilton Pereira Sampaio from Brazil.
The Estadio BBVA Stadium in Mexico hosts the top of Group F and second in Group C, competing to face either the Ivory Coast or Norway in the Round of 16.
Netherlands – Match Overview
- The Netherlands is making another appearance in the World Cup knockout phase, seeking to finally capture the elusive trophy after a history of near-misses.
- They finished first in Group F with 7 points.
- Results: Drew 2–2 with Japan, beat Sweden 5–1, and beat Tunisia 3–1.
- The Dutch attack has been lethal, scoring 10 goals in the group stage, with Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey leading the line brilliantly.
- Netherlands: W-W-D-W-L (Last five games, latest result first)
Morocco – Match Overview
- Morocco progressed to the Round of 32, aiming to reach the Round of 16 for the second consecutive tournament.
- They finished second in Group C behind Brazil with 7 points.
- Results: Drew with Brazil, beat Scotland, and beat Haiti 4–2.
- Their 4-2 comeback victory over Haiti marked the first time the North Africans scored four goals in a single World Cup match.
- Morocco: W-W-D-D-W (Last five games, latest result first)
Netherlands vs Morocco 2026 FIFA World Cup Starting XI
Netherlands Possible Starting XI Prediction vs Morocco
- Goalkeeper: Bart Verbruggen
- Defenders: Denzel Dumfries, Jan Paul van Hecke, Virgil van Dijk, Micky van de Ven
- Midfielders: Ryan Gravenberch, Frenkie de Jong, Tijjani Reijnders
- Forwards: Donyell Malen, Brian Brobbey, Cody Gakpo
- Injured / Suspended: None reported.
Morocco Possible Starting XI Prediction vs Netherlands
- Goalkeeper: Yassine Bounou
- Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Issa Diop, Chadi Riad, Noussair Mazraoui
- Midfielders: Neil El Aynaoui, Ayyoub Bouaddi
- Forwards: Brahim Diaz, Azzedine Ounahi, Bilal El Khannouss, Ismael Saibari
- Injured / Suspended: None reported.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Historically, these two nations have met on three occasions:
| Match Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| June 29, 1994 | FIFA World Cup Group Stage | Netherlands 2–1 Morocco |
| April 28, 1999 | International Friendly | Morocco 2–1 Netherlands |
| May 31, 2017 | International Friendly | Netherlands 2–1 Morocco |
Key Players to Watch
Netherlands – Key Players to Watch
- Goalkeeper: Bart Verbruggen — The reliable shot-stopper who will need to remain alert to deal with Morocco’s quick transitional play.
- Defenders: Virgil van Dijk — The commanding captain who organizes the defense and poses a massive threat on attacking set-pieces, already registering a goal and an assist in the tournament.
- Midfielders: Frenkie de Jong — The midfield maestro who will be crucial in dictating the tempo and breaking through Morocco’s defensive structure.
- Forwards: Cody Gakpo — The explosive left-winger who has been the team’s most dangerous attacker, finding the back of the net twice in the group stage.
Morocco – Key Players to Watch
- Goalkeeper: Yassine Bounou — The experienced keeper whose heroics were vital in 2022 and remains a core piece of their defensive foundation.
- Defenders: Achraf Hakimi — The world-class full-back whose pace and overlapping runs down the right flank will constantly test the Dutch defense.
- Midfielders: Neil El Aynaoui — The talented midfielder who was exceptional against Brazil and will be tasked with anchoring the center of the pitch.
- Forwards: Ismael Saibari — The in-form attacker who scored in every group stage match and will be looking to punish any lapses in the Dutch backline.
How to watch the 2026 World Cup round of 32 Netherlands vs Morocco match?
You can watch the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match between the Netherlands and Morocco live on Fox Sports in the United States on Monday, June 29, 2026, starting at 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT).
International Broadcast Channels
- Netherlands: NOS.
- Morocco: beIN Sports.
- United Kingdom: BBC and ITV.
- Australia: SBS.
- Streamable via the FOX One App or beIN SPORTS for the MENA region.
