Video: Diop steals Van Dijk and saves Morocco from an early bye

Morocco defender Issa Diop saved his country from an early exit from the 2026 World Cup by netting in stoppage time to draw the Netherlands 1-1 at the Monterrey Stadium in Mexico early on Tuesday in the 32nd round of the tournament.

The goal came in the 90th + 1st minute, after Diop moved forward to take advantage of his header, and he actually rose in front of Dutch captain Virgil van Dijk on one of the balls to head substitute Shamsedin Talebi’s cross into the net.

The goal sparked joy among Moroccan fans, especially as it came at a crucial time as the Dutch looked to begin their World Cup round of 16 campaign.

Holland took the lead in the 72nd minute through Cody Jacobo Who broke down in tears after losing her expected baby to partner Noah van der Bij, who was five months pregnant, two days before the Morocco game.

It is noteworthy that the winner of this match will meet in the round of 16 with Canada, who won (1-0) in South Africa.