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USA faces Belgium in Round of 16 at 2026 World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 3:55 AM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

USA faces Belgium in Round of 16 at 2026 World Cup
Summary

The USA and Belgium are set to clash in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup, continuing a one-sided rivalry since their first match in 1930. The USA won their initial encounter but has lost the last six matches against Belgium, including a memorable defeat in the 2014 World Cup. Tim Howard's record-setting 16 saves were not enough to secure a victory then. Currently, the USA seeks its first win against Belgium in over 90 years. The match is taking place on July 2, 2026.

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  • •USA and Belgium meet on July 2, 2026, in World Cup Round of 16.
  • •USA lost last six matches against Belgium since 1930.
  • •Past encounters include a memorable 2014 World Cup game.
  • •Tim Howard made 16 saves in the last World Cup meeting.
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  • 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — USA vs. Belgium history: Head-to-head matches at World Cup, last meeting, team records and more
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Here's a quick look through the history between the twio nations, which are set to meet again on Monday.

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