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USMNT Player Ratings After Belgium Loss

USMNT fell to Belgium in the 2026 World Cup, with coach Pochettino praised for his management despite the disappointing exit.

Coach Pochettino managed the tournament well, making warranted changes that helped the team perform strongly against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 32. The lineup selected against Belgium was deemed the best XI available, though the US ultimately fell short against the superior Belgian side.

Weston McKennie emerged as the standout player, playing the most minutes and earning the coach's trust in midfield. Flo Balogun proved to be the target forward the team has been waiting for, delivering man-of-the-match performances. Malik Tillman provided unique quality that complements the midfield trio, with Christian Freeman showing promise despite inconsistency in the final match. catcrossgame.com