Even Trump couldn't save them: USA suffers crushing defeat against Belgium!
Belgium, which defeated the USA 4-1 in the FIFA 2026 World Cup Round of 16, advanced to the quarterfinals following a match where De Ketelaere stood out with two goals. Belgium's next opponent will be Spain.
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The United States and Belgium faced off in the FIFA 2026 World Cup Round of 16. The match, played at Seattle Stadium, was officiated by Jordanian referee Adham Makhadmeh.
BALOGUN TOOK THE FIELD
US player Balogun, whose suspension was postponed by FIFA at the request of US President Donald Trump, sparking controversy, started in the first 11 against Belgium.
Belgium, which started the match effectively, took a 1-0 lead in the 9th minute with a goal from De Ketelaere. The USA equalized in the 31st minute with a goal from Tillman. However, just two minutes later, Belgium regained the lead with De Ketelaere's second goal and finished the first half 2-1 ahead.
BELGIUM EXTENDED THE LEAD IN THE SECOND HALF
Belgium, which also started the second half quickly, brought the score to 3-1 in the 57th minute with a goal from Vanaken. While the USA's attacks in the remaining part did not yield results, Lukaku found the net in the 90+3rd minute, and the match ended with a 4-1 victory for Belgium.
Following this result, Belgium advanced to the quarterfinals of the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Belgium will face Spain in the quarterfinals.