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Van Dijk bizarrely claims Netherlands' 'gameplan worked' after Morocco loss

Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk has raised eyebrows by claiming the team's "gameplan worked" despite their dramatic World Cup round-of-32 exit against Morocco. The veteran defender played down criticism of his country's deeply conservative performance that ultimately backfired in a painful penalty shootout.

England v Ghana: Group L - FIFA World Cup 2026

Dutch fan: England doesn't belong in the same conversation as Germany, France or Spain

No sugar-coating. This Dutch fan explained exactly how rivals really view England, and it’s not what most England supporters want to hear.

Netherlands v Morocco: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

'I’d do it all the same way!' - Koeman defends tactics after Morocco defeat

Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman has fiercely defended his tactical setup after his side suffered a dramatic penalty shootout elimination against Morocco in the World Cup round of 32. The under-fire manager also revealed he will take immediate time to consider his future following his team's heartbreaking collapse in Monterrey.

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Messi leads Mbappe & Co

The 2026 World Cup is underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long road ahead as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here are GOAL's predicted candidates for the prize as we keep track of the tournament's most prolific stars

Koeman tactics backfire Dutch sent home on penalties

The Netherlands are out, and in brutal fashion. Ronald Koeman’s side looked minutes away from surviving an underwhelming knockout performance after Cody Gakpo’s 72nd-minute goal, only for Issa Diop to force extra time with a stoppage-time header before Morocco won 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

MUNDIAL, Sad Boyz release No Era Penal tee and film

MUNDIAL and Sad Boyz Clothing revisit No Era Penal with a limited-edition tee and new documentary exploring Mexico’s most infamous World Cup heartbreak.