Belgium dominates USA in World Cup round of 16 match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 4:25 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Belgium eliminated the USA from the 2026 World Cup with a 4-1 victory in Seattle on July 6. After a vibrant atmosphere at Lumen Field, the USA trailed early as Belgium scored within seven minutes. The USA equalized through Malik Tillman, but Belgium quickly regained the lead and dominated the second half. A mistake from goalkeeper Matt Freese allowed Belgium to extend its lead to 3-1 before Romelu Lukaku added another goal in stoppage time.
- •Belgium scored the opening goal just seven minutes into the match.
- •Malik Tillman briefly equalized for the USA at 1-1.
- •A crucial error by goalkeeper Matt Freese contributed to Belgium's dominance.
- •This match ended the USA's World Cup campaign in the round of 16.
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"USA was dreaming of a huge run in the 2026 World Cup, but Belgium turned it into a nightmare in the round of 16.
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