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Malik Tillman scores free kick goal for US in World Cup match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 12:45 AM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Malik Tillman scores free kick goal for US in World Cup match

Summary

Malik Tillman scored a critical free kick goal for Team USA, tying the match 1-1 against Belgium in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. The midfielder's shot deflected off a Belgian defender, helping the US recover after initially trailing. However, Belgium quickly responded, reclaiming the lead with a header from Charles De Ketelaere. Tillman's goal marks his second consecutive free kick successful at this tournament, making him only the second player in 60 years to achieve this feat in a single World Cup.

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By the Numbers

•Tillman ties match with a free kick in the 2026 World Cup.
•Belgium scores again shortly after to lead 2-1.
•Tillman's second free kick goal in two games for the US.
•De Ketelaere scores twice for Belgium in the match.
•Match ongoing with USA trailing Belgium.

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What they're saying

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Malik Tillman Emerges as Team USA’s Brightest Star at the World Cup Despite the United States crashing out of the World Cup with a 4-1 loss to Belgium, Malik Tillman is once again a bright spot for the Americans. The midfielder scores the lone U.S. goal with another outstanding free kick and is one of…
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