US goalkeeper Freese struggles as Belgium capitalizes in World Cup clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 1:35 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The USA faces Belgium in the World Cup round of 16 on July 7. US goalkeeper Matthew Freese made a critical error leading to Belgium's third goal, allowing midfielder Hans Vanaken to score from distance after blocking Freese's hesitated clearance. The US defense has struggled, contributing to the team's difficulties against Belgium's offense, especially Charles De Ketelaere’s early goals. As the match progresses, the US needs to mount a comeback to stay in the tournament.
- •Matthew Freese hesitated and allowed a goal from Hans Vanaken.
- •Charles De Ketelaere scored two early goals for Belgium.
- •The match is ongoing with the USA trailing Belgium 3-1.
- •USA's defense has been criticized for its performance.
- 1:35 AMYahoo Sports — 📸 Briefly freeze-framed: US keeper hands Belgium a howler!
"The World Cup hosts from the USA are handing out plenty of gifts in the round of 16 against Belgium. The defense already looked pretty catastrophic for Charles De Ketelaere’s first two goals. Howe...
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