USA Out of FIFA World Cup 2026 After Crushing 4-1 Defeat Against Belgium

Belgium extinguished the FIFA World Cup 2026 hopes of co-hosts USA with a dominant 4-1 victory in a thrilling Round of 16 encounter at Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field) in Seattle. The Red Devils' commanding performance ended the Stars and Stripes' campaign on home soil, sending a wave of disappointment through American supporters who had dreamt of a deeper run. Cristiano Ronaldo Breaks Down In Tears as Portugal's FIFA World Cup 2026 Dream Ends Against Spain.

The match saw Belgium assert their authority early, showcasing their famed 'Golden Generation' talent blended with emerging stars. Belgium wasted no time asserting their dominance as Charles De Ketelaere opened the scoring in the 9th minute. USA equalized through Malik Tillman in the 31st minute. However, minutes later De Ketelaere handed 2-1 advantage to Belgium.

The tide turned further in Belgium's favour after the halftime as Hans Vanaken netted team's third goal. Romelu Lukaku then scored in the 93rd minute (90+3' stoppage time) to seal a 4–1 victory for the Belgium national football team, eliminating the USMNT from the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Has Cristiano Ronaldo Announced Retirement After Portugal's Elimination from FIFA World Cup 2026?

Belgium will now prepare for their Quarter-final clash as they aim to go all the way in the expanded 48-team tournament, jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The USA, meanwhile, will reflect on a campaign that promised much but ultimately fell short at the Round of 16 stage.

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