Belgium's Four‑Goal Onslaught Ends USMNT's World Cup Run
The U.S. men's national soccer team saw its World Cup campaign cut short when Belgium dispatched them with a 4‑0 victory, a result that reverberated across continents.
European supporters, especially on the social platform X, seized the moment to lampoon the American side, posting memes that highlighted the disparity in quality and hinted at deeper frustrations.
The buzz was amplified by a contentious episode that linked forward Folarin Balogun to former president Donald Trump, a connection that left many fans with a lingering sense of unease.
Belgian players, caught up in celebration, were filmed mimicking Trump's signature dance, turning a sporting triumph into a theatrical jab that quickly went viral.
One commentator noted how the defeat seemed to rally the rest of the world against the United States, while another reflected on the team's prior habit of beating weaker opponents before stumbling against elite competition.
Despite the humiliation, analysts pointed to signs of growth within the squad, suggesting that the loss could serve as a catalyst for future improvement under the guidance of new coaching staff.
The episode also sparked a tongue‑in‑cheek remark from an English fan who quipped that the USMNT had kept football ‘as football,’ a nod to the sport's enduring global appeal.