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FIFA World Cup 2026 match: Belgium beats US 4-1 behind Charles De Ketelaere's brace

USA vs Belgium: Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and assisted once as Belgium defeated the United States 4-1. The Red Devils advanced to the quarterfinals after a convincing performance against the co-hosts. Belgium took a 2-1 halftime lead and extended it with a second-half goal. The U.S. goalkeeper's misplay led…

The Economic Times

That’s bad karma for you, Mr President, as United States crash out of World Cup to defiant Belgium

United States 1-4 Belgium: After all the pre-match shenanigans, an anonymous Folarin Balogun was outshone by Belgium striker Charles De Ketelaere, who scored twice, as poetic justice was a dish best served cold in Seattle

The Independent UK

After his suspension was lifted in scrutinized move, Balogun has little impact in US World Cup loss

Folarin Balogun’s presence on the field for the United States against Belgium had a seismic impact on the world of soccer, but he ultimately played a forgettable role in the Americans’ 4-1 loss in the World Cup round of 16

The Independent UK

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Belgium thump ragged USA to end co-hosts' World Cup dream and set up Spain clash

Charles De Ketalaere scored twice as Belgium brought the United States' World Cup party to a shattering halt on Monday, thrashing the tournament co-hosts 4-1 to set up a quarter-final showdown with Spain. The buildup to the match was overshadowed by a row over US President Donald Trump's extraordinary intervention…

France 24

Ragged USA crash out of World Cup with last-16 defeat to Belgium

The United States are out of the World Cup after Belgium eliminated the co-hosts in the last 16 at Seattle Stadium on Monday night

The Guardian - US

Fifa backs referee called ‘suspect’ by Trump after Folarin Balogun ban wiped

Balogun’s red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina was suspended by Fifa after Trump contacted Gianni Infantino to call for a review

The Independent UK

Belgium v USA: FIFA Says Belgium Has No Right to Appeal Balogun's Eligibility

FIFA has rejected Belgium's appeal against US forward Folarin Balogun's eligibility, allowing him to play in the World Cup round-of-16 match despite a previous red card suspension.

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Every Celebrity Spotted at USMNT vs. Belgium—World Cup Round of 16

Stars from a number of sports and even one aging rocker were in attendance at Lumen Field on Monday.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA rejects Belgium challenge over Balogun eligibility, Trump hails red card U-turn

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the sport's disciplinary process amid international criticism. He stated FIFA's judicial bodies operate independently and autonomously from external influences. President Donald Trump praised FIFA's decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card ban. European football body UEFA expressed disbelief and called the decision unprecedented…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026: Belgium thrash USA to reach quarter-finals and knock out co-costs

Charles De Ketalaere scored twice as Belgium thumped the US 4-1 in their World Cup last-16 clash to end the co-hosts' World Cup dream. The buildup to the match was overshadowed by a row over US President Donald Trump's extraordinary intervention to earn a red-card reprieve for striker Folarin Balogun.…

France 24

USMNT vs. Belgium—World Cup: Match Stats, As It Happened

The Stars and Stripes crashed out of the 2026 World Cup in the round of 16.

Sports Illustrated

How to watch USA vs Belgium: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as FIFA World Cup 2026 co-hosts eye quarter-final place

Here's how to watch USA vs Belgium for free online and from anywhere in the FIFA World Cup 2026 last 16, with Folarin Balogun set to feature for the co-hosts.

TechRadar

Balogun starts for US against Belgium after suspension lifted following call by Trump to FIFA

Folarin Balogun is in the United States’ starting lineup for a World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium after his red-card suspension was lifted by FIFA in a decision that sparked an uproar across the sport

The Independent UK

FIFA Slaps Additional Punishment for Balogun Ahead of USMNT’s Round of 16 Match

The U.S. men’s national team star striker is not completely off the hook.

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Portugal 0–1 Spain: Four Takeaways From Match That Could End Ronaldo’s International Career

A late goal from Spain substitute Mikel Merino decided the World Cup round of 16 match.

Sports Illustrated

Every Team Eliminated From the 2026 World Cup

Plenty of teams have already seen their World Cup journeys end in heartbreak.

The Independent UK

Fifa Disciplinary Committee takes swipe at Uefa over criticism of Folarin Balogun ban decision

The world governing body’s Disciplinary Committee is upset at the wording of the Uefa criticism after US President Donald Trump confirmed he intervened over the controversial ban for the USMNT striker

The Guardian - US

USA 1-4 Belgium: World Cup 2026 last 16 – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: The co-hosts crashed out of the World Cup after Belgium proved too strong in Seattle. Beau Dure had updates

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The Independent UK

Trump’s meddling is damaging football but England have made us believe again

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The national game has an unmatched ability to change the mood of millions, which is why we must condemn the outrageous World Cup meddling of the US president and his lackeys at Fifa

Evening Standard

FA consider Jarell Quansah red card appeal as England right-back crisis continues

Bayer Leverkusen defender was dismissed for a reckless tackle on Jesus Gallardo

The Independent UK

Will USA’s Folarin Balogun play on Monday against Belgium after red card appeal controversy?

Folarin Balogun was sent off following a VAR review in USA’s 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32, meaning he was set to serve a one-match ban at the World Cup. However, following an intervention by US president Donald Trump , Fifa announced on Sunday that…

Bangkok Post

FIFA chief forced to defend Balogun World Cup reprieve

LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - FIFA chief Gianni Infantino on Monday defended the decision to reprieve US World Cup star Folarin Balogun after Donald Trump said he had appealed directly to the head of world football's governing body over the issue.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup Ticket Prices for USMNT Round of 16 Drop Despite Balogun Red Card Reversal

The U.S. men’s national team battles Belgium in the World Cup round of 16 on Monday night.

The Independent UK

How ‘accidental American’ Folarin Balogun landed at crossroads of football and US politics

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