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USA eliminated from FIFA World Cup 2026 by Belgium in Round of 16

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 8:17 AM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

USA eliminated from FIFA World Cup 2026 by Belgium in Round of 16

Summary

The United States Men’s National Team was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the Round of 16 on Monday at Lumen Field. Despite high hopes, the USMNT struggled against their opponents, leading to disappointment among fans and analysts alike. Retired NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III criticized the fanbase's lack of unity and expressed his discontent on social media following the match. Griffin III conceded that Belgium was the superior team in the matchup. The defeat marks another missed opportunity for the USMNT, which has never won a World Cup, with their last strong showing coming in 1930. Belgium will advance to face Spain in the quarterfinals on Friday.

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By the Numbers

•USA lost 4-1 to Belgium in Round of 16.
•Match took place at Lumen Field in Seattle.
•Robert Griffin III criticized fans for lack of support.
•USMNT has never won the FIFA World Cup.
•Belgium will face Spain in the quarterfinals.

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8:17 AMYahoo Sports — “Divided States of America”: Robert Griffin III Blames Fans for Belgium Defeat as USA Crash Out of FIFA World Cup 2026

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Retired NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III was disappointed with Team USA’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They faced Belgium in the Round of 16 game on Monday at Lumen Field, renamed Seattle Stadium for the World Cup.
— Yahoo Sports

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