Belgium defeats United States 4-1, eliminates them from World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 2:09 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Belgium eliminated the United States from the World Cup with a 4-1 victory at Lumen Field in Seattle on July 6. The U.S. team struggled against the Belgians, who took an early lead and responded well to the Americans' brief equalizer. The match showcased the U.S.' continued difficulties in advancing past the round of 16 in the World Cup, a stage they have surpassed only once since 2002. Belgium secured their dominance with goals from Charles De Ketelaere and others, highlighting weaknesses in the U.S. defense throughout the match.
- •Belgium scored first in the ninth minute through Charles De Ketelaere.
- •Malik Tillman equalized for the U.S. in the 31st minute.
- •De Ketelaere netted his second to restore Belgium's lead shortly after.
- •The U.S. has advanced beyond round of 16 only once since 2002.
- •The match took place at Lumen Field in Seattle.
- 2:09 AMYahoo Sports — It’s over. Sold-out (again) Seattle sees U.S. World Cup end, 4-1 loss to Belgium
"The Americans still have advanced past the World Cup round of 16 just once in the modern era, and not since 2002.
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