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The United States lost 4‑1 to Belgium, ending a fourth straight World Cup exit in the round of 16 and sparking debate over tactics, player availability, and political interference.
The United States was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the round of 16 after a 4-1 loss to Belgium, sparking debate over coaching changes and the team's trajectory.
The United States suffered a 4‑1 defeat to Belgium, marking the fourth straight round‑of‑16 exit and ending a hopeful tournament run.
The United States was eliminated from the World Cup after a 4‑1 loss to Belgium in Seattle, ending a fourth straight round‑of‑16 exit.
The United States fell to Belgium 4-1 in a tightly contested quarterfinal, a match marked by a controversial dismissal of forward Folarin Balogun and a series of missed opportunities that extinguished the Americans' hopes of advancing further.
The United States men’s national team, bolstered by a fresh lineup and home‑field energy, looks to end a long wait for a World Cup quarterfinal berth when it meets Belgium, a side revitalized by star power, at Seattle’s Lumen Field.
The United States will meet Belgium in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, a match that pits the 17th‑ranked USMNT against the 9th‑ranked Belgians, who advanced after a last‑minute penalty over Senegal.
The Belgian national team has revealed its roster for the forthcoming World Cup, featuring players from top European clubs and a few surprising selections.