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USMNT exits 2026 World Cup after loss to Belgium in round of 16

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 2:22 AM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

USMNT exits 2026 World Cup after loss to Belgium in round of 16

Summary

The USMNT concluded its 2026 World Cup run on July 6, falling 4-1 to Belgium in the round of 16. This marks the fourth consecutive exit for the Americans at this stage, having faced Belgium twice before in prior tournaments. Key players struggled, with goalkeeper Matt Freese receiving a low rating for his performance, while Malik Tillman scored the national team’s lone goal. The match highlighted persistent issues for the team, including defensive vulnerabilities and difficulty creating opportunities. Following the defeat, attention will shift to future team strategies and player evaluations moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•USMNT loses 4-1 to Belgium in round of 16
•Tournament ends with four straight round of 16 exits
•Malik Tillman scores lone goal for USMNT
•Key player ratings reveal struggles across the squad
•Future direction of team strategy now in question

Latest Updates

3:12 AMYahoo Sports — What USA TODAY experts had to say about the USMNT's 2026 World Cup exit
4:32 AMYahoo Sports — What went wrong for USMNT? Americans come out flat in Round of 16 loss to Belgium
2:51 AMYahoo Sports — USA soccer's 2026 World Cup run ends: Here's USMNT round of 16 history
2:22 AMYahoo Sports — USA player ratings: Where did it all go wrong in USMNT's 2026 World Cup exit?

What they're saying

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USA TODAY's Jon Arnold and former USWNT player Lori Lindsey share their thoughts on the United States being knocked out of the World Cup by Belgium.
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The USMNT reached its glass ceiling once again on Monday, bowing out of the 2026 World Cup in the round of 16 at the hands of familiar foes Belgium.
— Yahoo Sports