The Dutch Football Association has condemned racist abuse directed at several Netherlands players following their shocking World Cup elimination by Morocco.

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman made no apologies for fielding five defenders amid a torrent of criticism in the wake of their 3-2 shootout defeat following a 1-1 draw after extra time

Another favorite in the knockout round of the 2026 World Cup bit the dust Monday. After Germany was defeated by Paraguay in penalty kicks in a massive upset, another World Cup power received its walking papers early Tuesday as the Netherlands lost to Morocco in penalty kicks.

The Netherlands were defeated by Morocco on penalties in their last-32 game on Monday. Reuters / Daniel Becerril Ronald Koeman has stepped down as head coach of the Netherlands following their World Cup round-of-32 exit to Morocco, ending his second stint ...

Royal Dutch Football Association: Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman announced his resignation after the Dutch were knocked out in the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by Morocco, marking the end of his second spell with Oranje as manager.

Captain Virgil van Dijk said he had lots of respect for how Gakpo and his family have dealt with the situation.

The Netherlands national football team returned to Kansas City Tuesday but will be going home after being eliminated from the World Cup.

Ronald Koeman has informed the Dutch Football Association (KNVB) that he will not extend his contract as head coach of the Netherlands national team when it expires.

The police were pelted with bottles in The Hague but there were hugs between sets of fans in Amsterdam after a tense last-32 tie