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World Cup: U.S. dreams dashed in mistake-filled loss to Belgium

July 6, 2026 at 10:07 pm

World Cup: U.S. dreams dashed in mistake-filled loss to Belgium

The Americans forge a tie midway through the first half, but Belgium regains the lead 61 seconds later and pounces on defensive lapses throughout a 4-1 win in Seattle. Belgium will meet Spain in a quarterfinal on Friday in Inglewood.

U.S. goalkeeper Matt Freese (24) shows his frustration after Belgium scored to take a 3-1 lead during the second half of their World Cup Round of 16 match on Monday night in Seattle. The U.S. lost, 4-1, with Belgium advancing to a quarterfinal against Spain. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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