Belgium eliminated the United States 4-1 in the Round of 16, with Charles De Ketelaere and Romelu Lukaku leading a clinical display that advanced the Red Devils into the World Cup quarter-finals.
The United States host Belgium at Lumen Field in a World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash shaped by similar defensive records, shared possession habits, and a knockout tie that could turn on a single detail.
Monaco forward Folarin Balogun will miss the United States' World Cup last-16 tie with Belgium after his red card against Bosnia, but he vows to keep squad morale high from the touchline.
Malik Tillman and Folarin Balogun scored as the United States held on for a 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina at Levi's Stadium, despite playing the final half-hour with 10 men after a VAR red card.
Folarin Balogun struck on the stroke of halftime to give the United States a deserved 1-0 lead over Bosnia and Herzegovina at Levi's Stadium, where Mauricio Pochettino's side dominated possession, territory, and expected goals through 45 minutes.
The United States held off Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the Bay Area to reach the World Cup Round of 16, with Folarin Balogun scoring before a second-half dismissal and Malik Tillman sealing the win from a set piece.
As hosts, the U.S. face no traditional giants in Group D and are banking on home support and their attack to reach the knockout stage, with Pulisic's form set to be decisive.
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