Cody Gakpo's Goal-Scoring Feats Boost Netherlands in World Cup
Dutch forward Cody Gakpo continues to impress in the World Cup, providing an assist in Group F against Sweden and scoring in the Round of 16 against Morocco. His goal tally (6 World Cup goals) ties him with Dutch legends for second all-time, behind only Johnny Rep. Gakpo also joins Mbappé and Messi as the only players to score 3+ goals in consecutive World Cups, highlighting his rising stature in international football.
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Overwhelmed by Emotions – Gakpo Scores Against Morocco
On June 30, 2026, Dutch forward Cody Gakpo scored the opening goal (1-0) for the Netherlands against Morocco during a 2026 World Cup match. After scoring, Gakpo was visibly overwhelmed by his emotions, as captured in a video included with the article. The report, from German news source WELT, highlights the emotional significance of the goal for the player. The match took place as part of the ongoing World Cup tournament, and Gakpo's reaction suggests the goal held deep personal meaning, possibly due to his Moroccan heritage or the high stakes of the competition. The video shows the goal and his subsequent emotional response, emphasizing the dramatic moment in the match.
Nachrichten - WELTGakpo Scores 1 Goal, Loses Possession 16 Times in Netherlands-Morocco World Cup Match
Hupu Soccer reported on June 30 that during the World Cup Round of 16 match between the Netherlands and Morocco, Dutch forward Cody Gakpo played 113 minutes before being substituted in extra time. He scored one goal (expected goals 0.1) from one shot on target. Gakpo had 32 touches, completed 9 of 19 passes, and attempted but failed his only cross and dribble. He carried the ball 12 times for a total distance of 127.9 meters. In duels, he won 2 of 7 ground duels and lost his only aerial duel. He lost possession 16 times and regained possession 3 times. He committed 2 fouls and drew 1 foul, made 1 successful tackle, and had 1 foul suffered. Community replies noted his high workload and questioned why he was not kept for penalties.
虎扑 - 足球Gakpo's Emotional World Cup Goal Brings Him Closer to Dutch Legend Status
Cody Gakpo, despite a modest season at Liverpool and the recent personal tragedy of losing an unborn child with his partner Noa van der Bij, scored a crucial goal for the Netherlands against Morocco in the 2026 World Cup. After the goal, Gakpo broke down in tears, embraced by all his teammates. The 27-year-old forward has now scored 6 World Cup goals in just 9 matches, tying Dutch legends such as Robben, Bergkamp, Van Persie, and Sneijder. He is now one goal behind all-time Dutch World Cup top scorer Johnny Rep. Manager Koeman supported Gakpo as a starter despite his difficult personal circumstances.
FútbolOnly Three Players Have Scored 3+ Goals in Consecutive World Cups: Gakpo Joins Mbappé and Messi
During the World Cup round of 16 match between the Netherlands and Morocco, Dutch forward Cody Gakpo scored to break the deadlock for his team. According to football statistics provider Squawka, Gakpo has become one of only three players to score at least three goals in each of the last two World Cups, joining Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi. At the 2022 Qatar World Cup, Mbappé scored 8 goals to win the Golden Boot, Messi scored 7 goals, and Gakpo scored 3 for the Netherlands. The news was reported by Hupu soccer and sourced from X (formerly Twitter).
虎扑 - 足球Gakpo's World Cup Goal Tally Rises to Joint Second in Dutch History
During a World Cup knockout match between the Netherlands and Morocco, Dutch player Gakpo scored a goal, bringing his World Cup career total to 6. This ties him with Dutch legends Bergkamp, Sneijder, Rensenbrink, Robben, Van Persie, and Neeskens, placing him joint second on the Netherlands' all-time World Cup scoring list. Only Johnny Rep, with 7 goals, remains ahead of Gakpo. The goal underscores Gakpo's impressive performance in the tournament and highlights his rising status in Dutch football history. The article, sourced from Hupu Football News and Instagram, provides a brief statistical overview and the updated top scorers list for the Netherlands in World Cup history.
虎扑 - 足球Gakpo Scores 9th Major Tournament Goal for Netherlands, Trails Only Bergkamp
In the Round of 16 of the World Cup, Netherlands faced Morocco, and Cody Gakpo scored a goal in the second half. This marked his 9th goal in major tournaments for the Netherlands (6 in the World Cup, 3 in the European Championship). According to data website statistics, only Dennis Bergkamp (10 goals, 6 in World Cup + 4 in European Championship) has scored more goals in major tournaments than Gakpo in Dutch history. The achievement highlights Gakpo's strong performance at the national team level.
虎扑 - 足球Gakpo Assists as Liverpool Players Reach Eight Goal Involvements in World Cup
In the World Cup Group F Round 2 match between the Netherlands and Sweden, Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo provided an assist to Brian Brobbey in the 5th minute to open the scoring. This assist marked the eighth goal directly involved (goal or assist) by Liverpool players in the current World Cup, highlighting the club's offensive contribution to the tournament. The match, played on June 21, is part of the group stage. The report originates from Hupu Football News, a Chinese sports community platform.
虎扑 - 足球Gakpo Assists in Netherlands' 1-0 Lead Over Sweden, Extends Goal Involvement Streak
In the second round of Group F of the World Cup, the Netherlands faced Sweden. In the 5th minute, Dutch forward Cody Gakpo delivered a low cross from the left side of the penalty area, and teammate Brobbey scored from the center, giving the Netherlands a 1-0 lead. According to statistics, with this assist, Gakpo has now been involved in goals for the Netherlands in three consecutive major international tournaments, highlighting his consistent performance on the big stage.
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