The final match of Monday’s action in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup promises to be one of the best games of this stage. The Netherlands and Morocco will face off in a matchup that brings together two teams with real hopes of advancing deep into the tournament and both have enough reason to dream of reaching the round of 16.
The game will be played this Monday, June 29, at Estadio Monterrey in Mexico at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT. In the United States, it will be broadcast on FOX in English and on Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock in Spanish. It will also be available on FOX One and the FOX Sports App.
Who is the favorite to win?
🇳🇱NETHERLANDS VS. MOROCCO 🇲🇦
🔮A close game. Both teams are scoring. Morocco is the slight favorite (1-2)
🔝Saibari and Achraf
🔔Brahim, Gakpo, and Bono #Netherlands #Morocco pic.twitter.com/SZoCW5cpPt
— El Bielsa Del Fantasy (@ElBielsaFantasy) June 28, 2026
The Moroccan national team has once again proven that its historic performance at Qatar 2022 was no fluke.
The team coached by Mohamed Ouahbi finished second in Group C after drawing with Brazil (1-1), defeating Scotland (1-0), and beating Haiti 4-2, demonstrating a solid defense and a dangerous offense.
On the other side is the Dutch national team, which is looking to put the burden of three lost World Cup finals behind it.
Coach Ronald Koeman has insisted that this generation must write its own history and not be burdened by past results.
The Netherlands advanced as the leader of Group F after drawing with Japan, routing Sweden 5-1, and defeating Tunisia 3-1—results that confirmed the strong form of a team that combines a very organized defense with speed on the counterattack.
One of the main attractions will be the matchup between several stars who play in Europe’s top leagues.
Morocco will rely on the leadership of Achraf Hakimi, a defender for Paris Saint-Germain, as well as the talent of Brahim Díaz of Real Madrid.
As well as forward Ismael Saibari, who has scored three goals in the tournament and knows Dutch soccer inside and out after his stint with PSV Eindhoven.
For its part, the Netherlands will rely on the offensive prowess of Liverpool star Cody Gakpo, as well as Donyell Malen and Brian Brobbey, who have been key players throughout the group stage.
On paper, the matchup looks completely even.
Both teams stand out for their tactical discipline, the quality of their midfielders, and their ability to decide close matches, which is why many consider this matchup to be one of the most exciting in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The winner will advance to the round of 16 to face Canada, which secured its spot after eliminating South Africa with a last-minute goal by Stephen Eustáquio.
When is the Netherlands vs. Morocco game?
The final training session before the match against the Netherlands 💪
Final training session ahead of the match against the Netherlands 🇳🇱 #DimaMaghrib 🇲🇦 #FIFAWorldCup pic.twitter.com/sdEIDw9tLJ
— Moroccan National Team (@EnMaroc) June 29, 2026
Date: Monday, June 29, 2026
Time in the United States: 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT
Location: Estadio Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico
Where to watch in the United States: FOX (English), Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock (Spanish), as well as FOX One and the FOX Sports App.
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