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Belgium defeats USA 4-1 in World Cup Round of 16

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 2:15 AM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Belgium defeats USA 4-1 in World Cup Round of 16

Summary

Belgium ended the USA's World Cup journey on July 6 in Seattle with a convincing 4-1 victory. Belgium scored first, but the USA equalized with a goal from Malik Tillman. However, Belgium quickly regained the lead, followed by a misplay by the USA goalkeeper leading to a third goal. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice for Belgium, and Romelu Lukaku sealed the match with a late goal. Belgium will advance to face Spain in the quarterfinals on July 10.

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By the Numbers

•Belgium wins 4-1 against USA in Round of 16
•USA's Malik Tillman equalizes during the match
•Hans Vanaken scores after a USA goalkeeping error
•Charles De Ketelaere scores twice for Belgium
•Belgium will face Spain in the quarterfinals on July 10

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What they're saying

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The crowd in Seattle was fired up and tried to inspire the USA soccer team but Belgium had all the answers and won a Round of 16 match.
— Yahoo Sports