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Dutch football referee Rob Dieperink has died at age 38, weeks after being removed from World Cup officiating following a UK police investigation into a sexual assault allegation that was dropped due to lack of evidence. The KNVB expressed shock and sadness, while his cause of death remains undisclosed.
Fifa's social media protection service found 89,000 abusive posts during the 2026 World Cup group stage, a 13-fold increase from 2022. Racism accounted for 11% of all abuse, with over 100 cases meeting legal thresholds for action.
Noussair Mazraoui explains how Morocco maintained composure and belief to beat the Netherlands on penalties and reach the World Cup round of 16. The defender highlighted the team's resilience and tactical adjustments in a dramatic victory.
The Netherlands were eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a dramatic penalty shootout defeat to Morocco. Jan Paul van Hecke expressed his devastation as the Oranje's title dream ended in stoppage-time heartbreak.
Ronald Koeman declined to reveal his future plans after the Netherlands were eliminated from the round of 32. He told NOS he has made up his mind but will not share it yet.
Germany and the Netherlands both exited the World Cup after dramatic penalty shootout defeats. Raphael Honigstein analyzes Germany's shock loss to Paraguay, while Humphrey Ker discusses Wrexham and spotting Swiss talent John Manzambi. Brazil and Morocco advanced to the last 16.
Morocco recovered from Cody Gakpo's opener to beat the Netherlands on penalties in a dramatic Round of 32 tie. Gakpo scored for the Dutch, but Issa Diop's late equalizer forced extra time before Morocco prevailed 3-2 in the shootout.
Morocco and Paraguay won penalty shootouts to eliminate the Netherlands and Germany, while Brazil scored a late winner to edge Japan and reach the last 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Virgil van Dijk remains the cornerstone of the Netherlands' defence as they aim for World Cup glory. Despite not being among the favourites, the Dutch boast a strong backline led by the experienced captain, who is determined to end the country's 16-year wait for a final appearance.
The Netherlands and Morocco meet at World Cup 2026 in a match that transcends football, reflecting deep ties of migration and dual-nationality. Nearly one in four players at the tournament was born abroad, and Morocco's squad epitomizes this trend with 19 foreign-born players.
Canada will play either Morocco or the Netherlands in the World Cup Round of 16. A poll shows 46% favor Morocco and 54% favor the Netherlands.
Liverpool and Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo has asked for privacy following the loss of his unborn son. His partner Noa van der Bij announced the stillbirth on social media, saying the baby boy died during pregnancy. The couple, who have a son named Samuel, had been expecting their second child in October.
The Netherlands face Morocco in a World Cup Round of 32 match. This preview covers team form, key players, and tactical analysis ahead of the knockout clash.
The Netherlands have secured their place in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup, as confirmed by the official tournament website.
The Netherlands defeated Tunisia 3-1 to secure first place in Group F and advance to the Round of 32, where they will face Morocco. Goals from an own goal by Ellyes Skhiri, Brian Brobbey, and Jan Paul van Hecke sealed the win, while Tunisia's Hazem Mastouri scored a consolation goal.
A record aggregate attendance of 3,605,357 was set at the FIFA World Cup. Côte d'Ivoire reached the knockout stage for the first time, while Ecuador stunned Germany to advance. Netherlands topped Group F, and Japan and Sweden also progressed.
Tottenham Hotspur have signed Netherlands international Victoria Pelova on a free transfer after her departure from Arsenal. The 27-year-old midfielder spent three years with the Gunners, winning the Women's Champions League in 2025, and has 71 caps for the Netherlands.
Iran's Mehdi Taremi had a goal disallowed by VAR for offside. The strike was similar to Wout Weghorst's goal against Argentina at the 2022 World Cup.
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima and Princess Ariane watched the Netherlands beat Sweden 5-1 in Houston, then flew to Kansas City to see Curaçao earn their first World Cup point against Ecuador. The king noted it was a special day supporting both teams.
A gallery of the top images from Matchday 10 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, including Netherlands' 5-1 win over Sweden, Germany's last-gasp victory, and Japan's 4-0 triumph.
