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Belgium earns 4-1 victory over USA amid Balogun red card debate

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 5:09 AM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Belgium earns 4-1 victory over USA amid Balogun red card debate

Summary

Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 in their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match on July 6 in Seattle, eliminating the host team from the tournament. The match was overshadowed by controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's overturned red card suspension, which the Belgian team felt motivated their performance. Captain Youri Tielemans stated the team discussed the matter and decided to focus on their game. After the match, goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois expressed that they were disrespected leading up to the game, while coach Rudi Garcia claimed the red card controversy did not serve as a motivating factor. Belgium's social media accounts celebrated their victory with posts referencing the controversy.

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By the Numbers

•Belgium eliminates USA with a 4-1 win in Seattle.
•Game featured controversy over Folarin Balogun's overturned red card.
•Tielemans noted a team discussion motivated their performance.
•Courtois criticized perceived disrespect from U.S. media.
•Belgium's social accounts celebrated the win with mocking posts.

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5:09 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Overturn This’: Belgian Team Celebrates 4-1 Win Over USA After Balogun Red Card Controversy

What they're saying

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Belgium’s goalkeeper said his team was shown a “lack of respect” while captain Tielemans suggested the controversy motivated them to “do our talking on the pitch.”
— Yahoo Sports

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