USMNT eliminated from World Cup after 4-1 loss to Belgium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 4:56 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The United States Men’s National Team was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, losing 4-1 to Belgium in the round of 16 on July 6. The U.S. team faced challenges leading up to the match, including controversy over Folarin Balogun's reinstatement from suspension. Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III attributed the loss partly to division among U.S. fans and acknowledged Belgium's superior performance. Team leader Christian Pulisic struggled during the match and left early due to injury. The U.S. will face scrutiny as it looks to rebound from the defeat in future competitions.
- •USMNT lost 4-1 to Belgium in round of 16.
- •Folarin Balogun returned from suspension for the match.
- •Robert Griffin III blamed fan division for the loss.
- •Christian Pulisic left the match due to injury.
- •The U.S. will need to regroup for future tournaments.
- 4:56 PMYahoo Sports — Robert Griffin III blames U.S. citizens for USMNT loss to Belgium
"The United States Men’s National Team crashed out in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday night, losing 4-1 to Belgium in a match in which it never looked comfortable. The U.S. entered the match mired in controversy, after its top goal scorer in the tournament, Folarin Balogun, had his…
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