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Netherlands power to win over Tunisia and set up last-32 meeting with Morocco
The Oranje bus had better get a move on. A comfortable victory over Tunisia after being sent on their way by a record-equalling 12th own goal of the tournament and further strikes from Brian Brobbey and Jan Paul van Hecke sealed top spot in Group F for the Netherlands ahead of Japan.
TL;DR
- Netherlands defeated Tunisia comfortably, finishing top of Group F.
- Key goals were scored by Brian Brobbey and Jan Paul van Hecke, plus an own goal from Tunisia.
- The Netherlands will face Morocco in the last 32, avoiding Brazil.
- Manager Ronald Koeman stressed the need for improvement ahead of the Morocco match.
- The game was impacted by severe weather, including lightning and torrential rain.
- Frenkie de Jong defended his comments on football understanding amidst media criticism.
- Tunisia's coach Hervé Renard expressed dissatisfaction with his team's performance.
- News of Japan taking the lead against Sweden was received during the match.