Belgium prepares for Round of 16 against USA in World Cup

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Belgium prepares for Round of 16 against USA in World Cup
Summary

Belgium faces the United States Men's National Team in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup on July 4 in Seattle. Belgium advanced after defeating Senegal 3-2 in extra time, while the USMNT secured their spot by beating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0. Belgium's squad includes prominent players like Thibaut Courtois and Kevin De Bruyne, aiming for a strong performance following their third-place finish in 2018. The match will take place at Lumen Field, which has a capacity of 72,000 fans.

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  • Belgium finished Group G with a win and two draws.
  • USA previously lost to Belgium in a March friendly.
  • Rudi Garcia is Belgium's head coach, emphasizing driven performance.
  • Match takes place at Lumen Field in Seattle.
  • Belgium is striving to build on a strong World Cup legacy.
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