Belgium defeats United States 4-1 to reach World Cup quarter‑finals
Belgium's 4-1 victory over the United States in the Round of 16 secured a quarter‑final spot, while all three host nations were eliminated.
Belgium defeated the United States 4-1 in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, giving Belgium a quarter‑final berth. The match was played in Seattle, and the United States were knocked out of the tournament by this loss. According to Mercopress, all three tournament hosts – the United States, Canada and Mexico – have been eliminated, and Bluesky reported that no North America team made the quarterfinals.
Times of India reported that Charles De Ketelaere scored two goals for Belgium, with Hans Vanaken and Romelu Lukaku also finding the net. Daily Sabah noted that Christian Pulisic suffered an ankle injury during the match.
Western outlets reported that President Donald Trump made a phone call to FIFA president Gianni Infantino about a red‑card given to U.S. striker Balogun. PressTV reported that FIFA reversed the suspension of Balogun after pressure from the White House.
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