USA men's national team prepares for World Cup knockout stage against Belgium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The USA men's national team faces Belgium in the World Cup round of 16 on July 4, 2026. This marks the USA's first knockout stage match since 2002, and the team seeks to advance to the quarterfinals. If they win, the USA would meet the winner of the Portugal vs. Spain match. Spain is currently unbeaten, while Portugal also remains undefeated but has faced tougher competition.
- •USA plays Belgium in the knockout stage of the World Cup.
- •A win would send USA to face either Portugal or Spain next.
- •Spain has not conceded a goal in four matches.
- •Portugal remains undefeated but has drawn twice in the tournament.
- •USA currently ranks 16th in the FIFA World Ranking.
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"The United States hasn't made it to the quarterfinals at the World Cup since 2002. If the USMNT can in 2026, here's who the squad would face.
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