USA eliminated from World Cup as Belgium secures 4-1 win
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 2:19 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Belgium defeated the United States 4-1 in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup at Lumen Field on July 7, 2026. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice before halftime, and Hans Vanaken and Romelu Lukaku added further goals in the second half. The USA struggled defensively, leading to a disappointing end to their World Cup campaign. Folarin Balogun's recent red card controversy did not help the team's performance as they missed several opportunities to capitalize on moments of pressure.
- •Belgium scores four goals; USA nets one through Malik Tillman's free-kick.
- •Charles De Ketelaere opens the score with a tap-in from close range.
- •Folarin Balogun's involvement was minimal with just 11 touches.
- •USA’s defense falters with crucial mistakes leading to Belgian goals.
- •Match attended by 66,925 spectators at Lumen Field.
"Folarin Balogun's red card reprieve appeared to hinder rather than help his country as an out-of-sorts USA side were thrashed 4-1 by Belgium to end the co-hosts' World Cup dreams.
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