Koeman Reconsiders Netherlands Role After 1-1 World Cup Exit to Morocco on Penalties
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Updated · The Guardian · Jun 30
Koeman Reconsiders Netherlands Role After 1-1 World Cup Exit to Morocco on Penalties
3 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Jun 30
Summary
Ronald Koeman said he will decide by "tomorrow morning" whether to stay on after the Netherlands crashed out in the last 32 following a 1-1 draw and penalty defeat to Morocco.
Added time turned the match: Cody Gakpo's goal had the Dutch ahead until Issa Diop equalized, making the elimination especially painful after they were seconds from advancing.
Koeman defended his five-man back line and counterattacking setup despite heavy criticism, saying he would choose the same approach again even after Morocco caught the Netherlands in a low block.
Mohamed Ouahbi said Morocco were surprised by the Dutch caution but adapted, and his side now face Canada with growing belief they can match or better their 2022 run to fourth place.