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Saibari's shootout winner sends Morocco past the Netherlands, earliest World Cup exit for the Dutch
By Ethan Wilcox, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 30, 2026
· 2 min read
Ismael Saibari scored the decisive goal in a penalty shootout, and Morocco sent the Netherlands to its earliest World Cup exit, eliminating the Dutch 3-2 after a 1-1 draw on Monday night.With the shootout tied at 2-all after four rounds, Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made a strong save of Cry...
Key takeaway With the shootout tied at 2-all after four rounds, Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made a strong save of Crysencio Summerville's attempt, batting it away with his left hand.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
Morocco's victory over the Netherlands has significant implications for local soccer fans, particularly those in San Antonio 's large and diverse international community. With Morocco moving on to face Canada in the Round of 16, fans in the city will have the opportunity to watch the match in Houston, just a few hours' drive away. This could lead to an influx of supporters traveling to Houston to cheer on their team, potentially boosting local businesses and fostering a sense of community among fans. Additionally, the fact that Morocco made a breakthrough run to the semifinals four years ago in Qatar may have inspired local youth soccer players, and their continued success could motivate a new generation of players in San Antonio. As the tournament progresses, local fans will be keeping a close eye on Morocco's performance, and their success could have a lasting impact on the city's soccer scene.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Ismael Saibari scored the decisive goal in a penalty shootout, and Morocco sent the Netherlands to its earliest World Cup exit, eliminating the Dutch 3-2 after a 1-1 draw on Monday night.With the shootout tied at 2-all after four rounds, Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made a strong save of Cry...
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