USMNT chase first World Cup quarterfinal since 2002 against Belgium
Co-host United States face Belgium in a Seattle Round of 16 rematch of their dramatic 2014 knockout duel, with Folarin Balogun cleared to play after FIFA reversed his suspension.
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USMNT One Win From History: Hosts Face Belgium With a Quarterfinal on the Line
The United States are 90 minutes from their first World Cup quarterfinal in 24 years, but a Belgium side with a knockout history against the Americans stands in the way at Lumen Field.
USMNT Chase History in Seattle as Belgium Looms Without Suspended Balogun
The USMNT face Belgium in the Round of 16 at Lumen Field without suspended top scorer Folarin Balogun, chasing just their second quarter-final appearance in the modern era.
24.4 Million and Counting: USMNT's Home World Cup Run Is Rewriting US TV Records
The USA's 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina became the most-watched English-language soccer telecast ever, and now Folarin Balogun will miss the Round of 16 test against Belgium after his red card.
Fourth of July 2026: USMNT Face Belgium in a World Cup Weekend Like No Other
The Fourth of July weekend marks America's 250th birthday and the USMNT's biggest knockout match in a generation. Here is what Belgium on Monday means for the co-hosts.
Folarin Balogun Red Card: USMNT Lose Star Striker for Belgium Clash After Controversial VAR Decision
Folarin Balogun scored then received a contentious red card in USA's 2-0 World Cup win over Bosnia. The USMNT cannot appeal and will face Belgium without their most in-form striker.
USA vs Belgium: The World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Test That Defines the Co-Hosts
USMNT knocked out Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to reach the Round of 16. Now Belgium and Kevin De Bruyne stand between the co-hosts and a historic run.
Folarin Balogun: The Striker USA Trust When a Knockout Tie Needs a Finisher
Folarin Balogun has become central to the USMNT attack at World Cup 2026, with hold-up play and channel runs giving the host nation a different kind of No. 9.