Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses
- On Monday, Belgium eliminated the United States from the 2026 World Cup with a 4-1 victory at Seattle Stadium, ending the U.S. tournament run before a capacity crowd of 66,925 fans.
- Controversy erupted after President Donald Trump phoned FIFA President Gianni Infantino to overturn striker Folarin Balogun's red card suspension; critics argued the political intervention distracted the team before the match.
- Charles De Ketelaere scored twice for Belgium while Malik Tillman's 31st-minute free kick provided the Americans' only goal; the U.S. lost captain Christian Pulisic to a knee injury early in the second half.
- U.S. manager Mauricio Pochettino oversaw the defeat, failing to reach the quarterfinals as hoped since Bruce Arena achieved it in 2002. Analyst Alexi Lalas said the team 'picked the worst time to play their worst game.'
- Belgium advances to face Spain on Friday in the quarterfinals, while Seattle concludes its World Cup hosting tenure, having impressed visitors with walkability and transit that may strengthen future tournament bids.
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