Belgium Trolls USMNT With 2-Word Message After Advancing at World Cup
Summary
Belgium defeated the United States men's national soccer team (USMNT) 4-1 in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match took place on July 6 at Lumen Field, with Belgium advancing to the quarterfinals to face Spain.Key Facts
- Folarin Balogun, a USMNT striker, had a one-game suspension reversed by FIFA, allowing him to play against Belgium.
- Belgium's Football Association was surprised by FIFA's decision and tried to appeal Balogun's eligibility.
- Belgium defeated the USMNT 4-1 in the Round of 16 match.
- Belgium scored early with Charles De Ketelaere in the ninth minute.
- USMNT's Malik Tillman scored a free-kick goal in the 31st minute.
- Belgium scored three more goals, including one from Romelu Lukaku in stoppage time.
- The USMNT has been eliminated in the Round of 16 in five of its last six World Cup appearances.
- Belgium will face Spain in the quarterfinal at SoFi Stadium on July 10.
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