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U.S. faces Belgium in World Cup knockout match with Balogun eligible

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 10:54 PM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

U.S. faces Belgium in World Cup knockout match with Balogun eligible

Summary

The U.S. men's national team is set to play Belgium in a knockout match of the World Cup, with the game being held in Seattle. American forward Folarin Balogun is cleared to play after FIFA lifted his one-game suspension from a prior match. Balogun has scored three goals in the tournament, tying for the second most by an American in World Cup history. The U.S. aims to reach the quarterfinals for the first time since 2002. Belgium has been training in Seattle and looks to capitalize on their familiarity with the area.

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By the Numbers

•U.S. plays Belgium in World Cup knockout round on July 5.
•Folarin Balogun’s suspension rescinded, eligible to play.
•U.S. scored 4-1 against Paraguay and 2-0 against Australia.
•U.S. has not reached quarterfinals since 2002 World Cup.
•Belgium trained in Seattle, aiming for a strong performance.

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What they're saying

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There could be a whole lot of shakin' going on for the U.S. team's biggest World Cup game in its history. Seattle has already proven to be one of the NFL's loudest stadiums and the place was literally shaking for the Americans' 2-0 win over Australia in group play. A “Monday Night Futbol” match between the U.S. and Belgium, with a spot in the quarterfinals on the line, will move the needle for one nation — and potentially on the Richter scale.
— Yahoo Sportsby JOHN MARSHALL

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