Belgium dashed the hopes of co-hosts USA, eliminating them from the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 4-1 win in Seattle, USA. This victory sets up a quarterfinal clash with Spain on Friday in Inglewood, Los Angeles.

U.S. outclassed by Belgium

Belgium's goals were scored by Charles De Ketelaere (9th and 33rd minutes), substitutes Hans Vanaken (57th minute), and Romelu Lukaku (90+3 minutes). Malik Tillman scored the lone goal for the USA (31st minute).

The USA joins co-hosts Mexico and Canada in exiting the tournament, having suffered their seventh consecutive defeat against Belgium in all competitions since their first and only victory against the European side, a 3-0 win in the 1930 World Cup.