Belgium crush USA 4-1 to end American World Cup dream in Seattle
The United States men’s national team have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a comprehensive 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the Round of 16 at Seattle Stadium.
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Belgium target World Cup progress against USA with renewed generation
Belgium approach their World Cup meeting with the United States buoyed by a 3-2 win over Senegal and an emerging generation led by Diego Moreira, as Rudi Garcia’s side seeks to move beyond the Golden Generation era.
Jordanian referee Makhadmeh appointed for USA vs Belgium as Balogun cleared
FIFA has appointed Jordanian official Adham Makhadmeh to referee the USA’s World Cup Round of 16 clash with Belgium, while striker Folarin Balogun is available after his red card was overturned.
FIFA Rescinds Balogun Red Card, Striker Cleared for US vs Belgium
FIFA has overturned Folarin Balogun’s red card and one-match ban, making the United States striker eligible for the World Cup Round of 16 tie against Belgium. The decision was made under Article 27 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code.
Hoffenheim agree terms with Anderlecht teenager De Cat
Hoffenheim have agreed personal terms with Anderlecht’s 17-year-old midfielder De Cat until 2031, though club negotiations are yet to begin. The Belgian international made 36 league appearances last season.
Tillman’s historic free-kick sends USA into World Cup last 16
Malik Tillman became only the second USMNT player to score a direct free-kick at a World Cup as the United States beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0. His broken boot from the match is being sent to the FIFA museum.
Belgium 3-2 Senegal Analysis: Lukaku and Tielemans Turned an 85-Minute Collapse into Extra-Time Survival
Belgium defeated Senegal 3-2 after extra time in a dramatic Round-of-32 comeback at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Romelu Lukaku and Youri Tielemans scored three times in the final minutes of normal time and extra time to overturn a 2-0 deficit created by Habib Diarra and Ismaïla Sarr. Tielemans converted a 125th-minute penalty following a VAR review to send Belgium into a Round-of-16 clash with the United States.
Belgium face Senegal in World Cup last 32 clash
Belgium and Senegal meet in the World Cup last 32 with live coverage tracking the action. Readers weigh in on the tournament favorites, with France tipped to triumph and Spain backed as dark horses.
Tielemans’ historic penalty sends Belgium past Senegal in World Cup thriller
Youri Tielemans scored a 125th-minute penalty, the latest winning goal in World Cup history, as Belgium recovered from two goals down to eliminate Senegal in Seattle.
Italy’s Nations League fixtures confirmed as coach hunt continues
The Azzurri will open their campaign against Belgium in Rome on September 25, with four venues now confirmed for their Group A1 matches.