British media: Morocco continues to innovate.

British newspapers published today, Tuesday, praised the Moroccan national team's qualification for the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup, following their victory over the Dutch team in a penalty shootout (3-2), after the regular time and extra time ended in a 1-1 draw. They emphasized that the "Atlas Lions" continue to write a new bright chapter in their rich history in the World Cup.

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) wrote that "Morocco has once again proven that it is among the top football teams in the world," highlighting that the players of national coach Mohamed Wahbi earned their place in the Round of 16 deservedly, after a match characterized by a high pace and great excitement against a strong Dutch team.

The British media institution viewed this victory as a new confirmation that the historic achievement Morocco made in the 2022 World Cup is no longer an exception, but has become a solid tradition reflecting the culture of excellence that has taken root among the "Atlas Lions."

It added that the Moroccan team withstood pressure for nearly two hours, noting that the "Atlas Lions," who dominated most phases of the match, displayed a remarkable attacking inclination in their attempts to penetrate the Dutch defensive block.

It clarified that at a time when the Dutch team seemed on the verge of securing qualification, Morocco once again succeeded in leveraging the mental strength that characterizes this generation to equalize, before the match was decided in the penalty shootout, where goalkeeper Yassine Bounou reaffirmed his status as a hero of this Moroccan team.

The BBC also highlighted Ismail Sabari, who successfully executed the decisive penalty kick, leading the Moroccan team to the Round of 16.

It considered that this victory goes beyond just a sporting achievement, as it reflects the great ambitions that Morocco now carries in this edition of the World Cup.

It added that the "Atlas Lions" reaffirm that they still carry the banner of African football on the global stage.

For its part, The Guardian newspaper viewed this qualification as a natural extension of Morocco's historical path in the 2022 World Cup, considering that the Moroccan players appear "ready" to repeat this achievement after reaching the semifinals in Qatar.

The London newspaper highlighted the field control of the Moroccan team against a Dutch team characterized by caution and physical discipline, facing Moroccan players with high technical skills.