USMNT eliminated from World Cup after loss to Belgium in round of 16

The United States men's national team has exited the home World Cup, losing 4-1 to Belgium in the round of 16 on July 6. Despite showing promise earlier in the tournament, the U.S. faced similar challenges as in previous tournaments. Coach Mauricio Pochettino, whose future is uncertain despite interest from clubs, may have a chance to lead a young core, including players like Christian Pulisic and Tim Weah, towards future competitions. The team now faces the task of preparing for the 2030 World Cup qualifying campaign, as they will need to navigate the CONCACAF process for the first time since 2022.

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