Summary
Belgium defeated the USA 5-2 in a football friendly match, showing some weaknesses in the American team ahead of their World Cup co-host duties. In another friendly, Mexico and Portugal ended their match in a 0-0 draw. The Mexico-Portugal game at Azteca Stadium was marked by a tragic incident where a spectator died after falling from a high seat area.
Key Facts
- Belgium beat the USA 5-2 in a football friendly match.
- The USA will co-host the FIFA World Cup 2026.
- The USA took an early lead with a goal from Weston McKennie.
- Belgium's Zeno Debast, Amadou Onana, and Charles De Ketelaere scored, with Dodi Lukebakio adding two more goals.
- The Mexico vs. Portugal match ended in a 0-0 draw and was played at the newly reopened Azteca Stadium.
- A spectator died at the Azteca Stadium after falling from a high seat area.
- Portugal played without forwards Cristiano Ronaldo and Rafael Leao.
- Mexico will face Belgium next, while the USA will play Portugal in upcoming friendly matches.
