Netherlands power to win over Tunisia and set up last-32 meeting with Morocco
The Netherlands secured a victory over Tunisia in the 2026 World Cup, ensuring they top Group F and avoid a match against Brazil in the next round. The team will now face Morocco in the last 32, following a match played under challenging weather conditions in Kansas City.
Why it matters
The outcome significantly alters the tournament bracket for the Netherlands, providing a more favorable path in the knockout stages.
Brian Brobbey takes the plaudits after scoring the Netherlands’ second goal against Tunisia. Brian Brobbey takes the plaudits after scoring the Netherlands’ second goal against Tunisia. World Cup 2026 Netherlands power to win over Tunisia and set up last-32 meeting with Morocco Ed Aarons at Kansas City Stadium Thu 25 Jun 2026 21.11 EDT Last modified on Fri 26 Jun 2026 05.49 EDT Share Prefer the Guardian on Google The Oranje bus had better get a move on. A comfortable victory over Tunisia after being sent on their way by a record-equalling 12th own goal of the tournament and further strikes from Brian Brobbey and Jan Paul van Hecke sealed top spot in Group F for the Netherlands ahead of Japan.
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