Netherlands vs Morocco Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data

(Monterrey)

Netherlands vs Morocco stats start with a Round of 32 match at Monterrey Stadium, where the Netherlands national football team face the Morocco national football team on 29 June 2026. Netherlands bring the stronger scoring profile, with 3.3 goals per game, 1.7 xG per game, and 68% average possession in the FOX public data. Morocco arrive with a tighter defensive record, a top-seven ranking marker, and enough attacking quality to punish slow Dutch rest defence.
Netherlands World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a Group F winner that scored freely across the first round. Morocco World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a Group C runner-up that stayed unbeaten while holding Brazil and beating Scotland and Haiti. The World Cup 2026 Round of 32 bracket now puts two high-ranking sides into one of the round’s cleanest tactical matchups.
The match is listed for 9:00 PM ET at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, which is 01:00 UTC on 30 June. It also belongs in the World Cup 2026 stats and records tracker because both teams enter with positive group-stage attacking numbers. Full match stats should replace these pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Netherlands vs Morocco Stats – Match Statistics Overview
Netherlands carry a clear edge in scoring rate and possession share before kickoff. FOX lists Netherlands at 3.3 goals, 1.7 xG, 14.0 shots, and 68% average possession per game. Those numbers show a team that can control territory without needing a huge shot gap.
Morocco’s public profile looks balanced rather than defensive-only. FOX lists Morocco at 2.0 goals, 1.5 xG, 14.7 shots, and 65% average possession per game. That keeps the matchup close on chance volume, even though Netherlands hold the stronger finishing line.
Netherlands vs Morocco Stats Snapshot
The snapshot uses verified public pre-match data because the official live-event feed has not opened yet. Netherlands lead in goals per match, xG per match, and possession. Morocco lead in FIFA ranking, shots per match, goals against per match, and clean-sheet marker.
| Stat | Netherlands | Morocco |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 8 | 7 |
| Goals Per Match | 3.3 | 2.0 |
| xG Per Match | 1.7 | 1.5 |
| Goals Against Per Match | 1.3 | 1.0 |
| Shots Per Match | 14.0 | 14.7 |
| Average Possession | 68% | 65% |
| Chances Created Avg | 11.0 | 9.0 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
Netherlands have scored at a higher rate across the group-stage data. FOX lists Brian Brobbey with three goals and 1.4 xG, while Cody Gakpo leads the Dutch shots-on-goal marker with five. Ryan Gravenberch adds two assists, giving Netherlands a midfield service line behind the forwards.
Morocco have enough attacking output to keep the match from becoming one-way. FOX lists Ismael Saibari with three goals and 1.4 xG, while Brahim Diaz has two assists. Achraf Hakimi also leads Morocco’s shots-on-goal marker with four, which adds a wide-route threat from the right.
| Attack Stat | Netherlands | Morocco |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Per Match | 3.3 | 2.0 |
| Expected Goals Avg | 1.7 | 1.5 |
| Shots Per Match | 14.0 | 14.7 |
| Chances Created Avg | 11.0 | 9.0 |
| Shot Conversion | 24% | 14% |
| Leading Scorer | Brian Brobbey, 3 | Ismael Saibari, 3 |
Defensive Stats Comparison
Netherlands have controlled possession, yet their goals-against average still sits at 1.3 per game. FOX lists Bart Verbruggen with a 28 keeper save marker and no clean sheets in the public leaders. That profile points to a side that can dominate ball share while still conceding chances.
Morocco enter with the better defensive average. FOX lists Morocco at 1.0 goals against per game, while Yassine Bounou has one clean sheet and a 19 keeper save marker. Morocco need that penalty-area reliability because Netherlands have converted chances at a stronger rate.
| Defensive Stat | Netherlands | Morocco |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Against Per Match | 1.3 | 1.0 |
| Team Clean Sheets | 0 | 1 |
| Keeper Save Marker | 28 | 19 |
| Full Tackles Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Interceptions Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Clearances Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Passing and Possession Analysis
Both teams arrive with high possession averages, so the ball-control battle should not be one-sided. FOX lists Netherlands at 68% average possession and Morocco at 65%. Since those numbers come from separate group matches, the card normalizes them into a 51-49 matchup view.
The chance-creation gap gives Netherlands a slight edge. Netherlands average 11.0 chances created, while Morocco average 9.0. That difference is not huge, so shot quality and transition defence should matter more than raw possession.
| Passing Stat | Netherlands | Morocco |
|---|---|---|
| Average Possession | 68% | 65% |
| Card Possession Share | 51% | 49% |
| Chances Created Avg | 11.0 | 9.0 |
| Passes Per Match | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Pass Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Crosses Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Key Player Statistics
Brobbey leads Netherlands with three goals, while Gakpo brings the strongest shots-on-goal line. Gravenberch’s two assists give the midfield a direct creative number. Jan-Paul van Hecke also appears in the player-of-the-match marker, which adds defensive value to the Dutch public leaders.
Saibari gives Morocco a matching three-goal leader, and Diaz supplies the leading assist line. Hakimi’s four shots on goal show how Morocco can attack from wide areas without losing their defensive identity. Bounou’s clean-sheet marker matters because the Dutch finishing rate is the sharper number in the matchup.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Brian Brobbey | Netherlands | 3 goals, 1.4 xG in FOX leaders |
| Ryan Gravenberch | Netherlands | 2 assists in FOX leaders |
| Cody Gakpo | Netherlands | 5 shots on goal |
| Ismael Saibari | Morocco | 3 goals, 1.4 xG in FOX leaders |
| Brahim Diaz | Morocco | 2 assists in FOX leaders |
| Yassine Bounou | Morocco | 19 keeper save marker, 1 clean sheet |
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG comparison is close enough to make finishing efficiency decisive. Netherlands sit at 1.7 xG per game, while Morocco sit at 1.5. Netherlands have turned that edge into 3.3 goals per game, which is why their conversion rate stands out.
Morocco can close the gap if Saibari, Diaz, and Hakimi keep the final-third actions clean. Netherlands need to prevent Morocco from creating early right-side overloads because those attacks can pull the back line into wide areas. The full-time update should separate open-play xG, set-play xG, shot locations, and goalkeeper saves once the official match feed closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Netherlands vs Morocco?
Netherlands vs Morocco is scheduled for 29 June 2026 at 9:00 PM ET in Monterrey, which is 01:00 UTC on 30 June.
What are the Netherlands vs Morocco xG stats?
Before kickoff, FOX lists Netherlands at 1.7 xG per game and Morocco at 1.5 xG per game.
Who has the better attacking stats?
Netherlands have the stronger scoring line before kickoff, with 3.3 goals per game against Morocco’s 2.0. Morocco have slightly more shots per match.
Which players lead the key stats?
Brian Brobbey leads Netherlands with three goals, while Ryan Gravenberch has two assists. Ismael Saibari leads Morocco with three goals, and Brahim Diaz has two assists.
Will the stats update after full time?
Yes. Full match stats, xG, shots, possession, player data, and event details should replace the pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Netherlands vs Morocco stats point to a Round of 32 match where finishing quality may decide a close underlying numbers battle.
Netherlands have the higher scoring rate, while Morocco have the better defensive average and enough creators to stretch the game.
The full-time update should focus on whether Morocco can keep Netherlands below their usual conversion level.

