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USA Out of 2026 World Cup After 4-1 Loss to Belgium

The U.S. men's national team was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of 16 at Seattle Stadium. Belgium scored first and added three more, with Romelu Lukaku sealing the victory in the 92nd minute.

Belgium opened the scoring in the 9th minute with Charles De Ketelaere and added two more from him and a third from Romelu Lukaku in stoppage time, while the United States managed a free‑kick goal from Malik Tillman before falling behind 3‑0. realschule-moosburg.de

The U.S. had earlier beaten Paraguay 4‑1 and Australia 2‑0, then lost to Turkey 3‑2 before advancing as Group D winners and defeating Bosnia & Herzegovina 2‑0 in the round of 32. Their exit marks the first time since 2002 they failed to reach the quarter‑finals.