The Netherlands’ pursuit of their maiden World Cup crown continues as they move into the knockout phase early on Tuesday morning.
Ronald Koeman’s squad topped Group F, finishing ahead of Japan and Sweden, and will now face Morocco, who secured second place behind Brazil in Group C.
The two nations have met only twice before, with both encounters ending 2-1 in favour of the Netherlands — first in 1994 and then in 2017.
The Netherlands’ clash with Morocco will kick off at 2 a.m. UK time, with live broadcast coverage on ITV1 and online streaming available through ITVX. Laura Woods will anchor the programme from ITV’s studio in Brooklyn, accompanied by pundits Duncan Ferguson, the former Everton striker, and Juan Mata, the ex-Chelsea, Manchester United and Spain midfielder.
Laura Woods will lead the Netherlands vs Morocco coverage from ITV’s Brooklyn studio, offering pre-match analysis and post-match insights alongside her experienced pundit team.
Commentary duties from the Estadio Monterrey will be handled by Seb Hutchinson, who will be positioned on the gantry to provide live match narration.
Joining Hutchinson on co-commentary will be former Tottenham Hotspur and England midfielder Andros Townsend, providing tactical observations and in-game analysis.
The winner of this fixture will move on to face co-hosts Canada in the Round of 16, scheduled for July 4 at the Houston Stadium.
