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2026 FIFA World Cup, and the Quarterfinals are taking shape.

Which means we can even start thinking about potential matchups in the Semifinals.

Here are the Quarterfinals matchups, which will be updated as matches are set, as well as a look ahead to what we could see in the Semifinals.

Here is the World Cup bracket, courtesy of The Sporting News:

Now let’s work through the bracket, first by looking at the Quarterfinals matchups, and then at the potential Semifinals pairings.

World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals

Here are the matchups for the Quarterfinals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, both confirmed and potential.

The first quarterfinal match to be set? That came on Saturday, when Morocco knocked off Canada 3-0, and France outlasted Paraguay by a final score of 1-0, thanks to a penalty shot from Kylian Mbappé.

Now two teams that met in the Semifinals during the 2022 FIFA World Cup will meet a round earlier, this time with a spot in the Semifinals on the line. In that match back in Qatar, France took an early 1-0 lead on a goal from Theo Hernández in the fifth minute, and salted away the match when Randal Kolo Muani slotted home in the 79th minute.

Time to break out all the historical analogies you can muster!

Norway is moving on to the Quarterfinals for the first time in history, following Sunday’s 2-1 win over Brazil. Erling Haaland continued his Golden Boot campaign with a brace, bringing his total to seven goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

They will take on England, after the Three Lions survived everything that was thrown at them on Sunday night in Mexico City. England’s 3-2 win over Mexico pushed them through to the Quarterfinals.

The third Quarterfinals matchup was determined Monday.

Tournament favorite Spain eliminated Portugal with a late winner from Mikel Merino. The USMNT followed suit with the rest of the host nations going out in the Round of 16 after a 1-4 loss to Belgium.

Argentina/Egypt vs. Switzerland/Colombia

The fourth and final Quarterfinals matchup will be set on Tuesday.

Lionel Messi and Argentina will hope to return to the Semifinals when they take on Mohamed Salah and Egypt at noon Eastern in Atlanta. The winner of that match will meet the winner of Tuesday evening’s tilt between Switzerland and Colombia.

Potential Semifinals matchups

Now let’s take a quick peek ahead at what we could see in the Semifinals.

Match 101: France/Morocco vs. TBD

On the left side of the bracket, the winner of Thursday’s match between France and Morocco in Boston will take on the team that emerges from the bottom-left quadrant. As of publication, Spain and Portugal are the two teams vying for that spot.

Match 102: England/Norway vs. TBD

Then on the right side of the bracket, the winner of Saturday’s tilt between England and Norway will take on the team that emerges from the bottom-right quadrant. As of publication Argentina, Egypt, Colombia, and Switzerland are the four teams fighting for that spot.

#World #Cup #Quarterfinals #matches #potential #Semifinal #fixtures"> World Cup 2026: Quarterfinals matches, potential Semifinal fixtures The Round of 16 is well underway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the Quarterfinals are taking shape.Which means we can even start thinking about potential matchups in the Semifinals.Here are the Quarterfinals matchups, which will be updated as matches are set, as well as a look ahead to what we could see in the Semifinals.Here is the World Cup bracket, courtesy of The Sporting News:Now let’s work through the bracket, first by looking at the Quarterfinals matchups, and then at the potential Semifinals pairings.World Cup 2026 QuarterfinalsHere are the matchups for the Quarterfinals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, both confirmed and potential.The first quarterfinal match to be set? That came on Saturday, when Morocco knocked off Canada 3-0, and France outlasted Paraguay by a final score of 1-0, thanks to a penalty shot from Kylian Mbappé.Now two teams that met in the Semifinals during the 2022 FIFA World Cup will meet a round earlier, this time with a spot in the Semifinals on the line. In that match back in Qatar, France took an early 1-0 lead on a goal from Theo Hernández in the fifth minute, and salted away the match when Randal Kolo Muani slotted home in the 79th minute.Time to break out all the historical analogies you can muster!Norway is moving on to the Quarterfinals for the first time in history, following Sunday’s 2-1 win over Brazil. Erling Haaland continued his Golden Boot campaign with a brace, bringing his total to seven goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.They will take on England, after the Three Lions survived everything that was thrown at them on Sunday night in Mexico City. England’s 3-2 win over Mexico pushed them through to the Quarterfinals.The third Quarterfinals matchup was determined Monday.Tournament favorite Spain eliminated Portugal with a late winner from Mikel Merino. The USMNT followed suit with the rest of the host nations going out in the Round of 16 after a 1-4 loss to Belgium.Argentina/Egypt vs. Switzerland/ColombiaThe fourth and final Quarterfinals matchup will be set on Tuesday.Lionel Messi and Argentina will hope to return to the Semifinals when they take on Mohamed Salah and Egypt at noon Eastern in Atlanta. The winner of that match will meet the winner of Tuesday evening’s tilt between Switzerland and Colombia.Potential Semifinals matchupsNow let’s take a quick peek ahead at what we could see in the Semifinals.Match 101: France/Morocco vs. TBDOn the left side of the bracket, the winner of Thursday’s match between France and Morocco in Boston will take on the team that emerges from the bottom-left quadrant. As of publication, Spain and Portugal are the two teams vying for that spot.Match 102: England/Norway vs. TBDThen on the right side of the bracket, the winner of Saturday’s tilt between England and Norway will take on the team that emerges from the bottom-right quadrant. As of publication Argentina, Egypt, Colombia, and Switzerland are the four teams fighting for that spot. #World #Cup #Quarterfinals #matches #potential #Semifinal #fixtures
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2026 FIFA World Cup, and the Quarterfinals are taking shape.

Which means we can even start thinking about potential matchups in the Semifinals.

Here are the Quarterfinals matchups, which will be updated as matches are set, as well as a look ahead to what we could see in the Semifinals.

Here is the World Cup bracket, courtesy of The Sporting News:

Now let’s work through the bracket, first by looking at the Quarterfinals matchups, and then at the potential Semifinals pairings.

World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals

Here are the matchups for the Quarterfinals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, both confirmed and potential.

The first quarterfinal match to be set? That came on Saturday, when Morocco knocked off Canada 3-0, and France outlasted Paraguay by a final score of 1-0, thanks to a penalty shot from Kylian Mbappé.

Now two teams that met in the Semifinals during the 2022 FIFA World Cup will meet a round earlier, this time with a spot in the Semifinals on the line. In that match back in Qatar, France took an early 1-0 lead on a goal from Theo Hernández in the fifth minute, and salted away the match when Randal Kolo Muani slotted home in the 79th minute.

Time to break out all the historical analogies you can muster!

Norway is moving on to the Quarterfinals for the first time in history, following Sunday’s 2-1 win over Brazil. Erling Haaland continued his Golden Boot campaign with a brace, bringing his total to seven goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

They will take on England, after the Three Lions survived everything that was thrown at them on Sunday night in Mexico City. England’s 3-2 win over Mexico pushed them through to the Quarterfinals.

The third Quarterfinals matchup was determined Monday.

Tournament favorite Spain eliminated Portugal with a late winner from Mikel Merino. The USMNT followed suit with the rest of the host nations going out in the Round of 16 after a 1-4 loss to Belgium.

Argentina/Egypt vs. Switzerland/Colombia

The fourth and final Quarterfinals matchup will be set on Tuesday.

Lionel Messi and Argentina will hope to return to the Semifinals when they take on Mohamed Salah and Egypt at noon Eastern in Atlanta. The winner of that match will meet the winner of Tuesday evening’s tilt between Switzerland and Colombia.

Potential Semifinals matchups

Now let’s take a quick peek ahead at what we could see in the Semifinals.

Match 101: France/Morocco vs. TBD

On the left side of the bracket, the winner of Thursday’s match between France and Morocco in Boston will take on the team that emerges from the bottom-left quadrant. As of publication, Spain and Portugal are the two teams vying for that spot.

Match 102: England/Norway vs. TBD

Then on the right side of the bracket, the winner of Saturday’s tilt between England and Norway will take on the team that emerges from the bottom-right quadrant. As of publication Argentina, Egypt, Colombia, and Switzerland are the four teams fighting for that spot.

#World #Cup #Quarterfinals #matches #potential #Semifinal #fixtures">World Cup 2026: Quarterfinals matches, potential Semifinal fixtures

The Round of 16 is well underway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the Quarterfinals are taking shape.

Which means we can even start thinking about potential matchups in the Semifinals.

Here are the Quarterfinals matchups, which will be updated as matches are set, as well as a look ahead to what we could see in the Semifinals.

Here is the World Cup bracket, courtesy of The Sporting News:

Now let’s work through the bracket, first by looking at the Quarterfinals matchups, and then at the potential Semifinals pairings.

World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals

Here are the matchups for the Quarterfinals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, both confirmed and potential.

The first quarterfinal match to be set? That came on Saturday, when Morocco knocked off Canada 3-0, and France outlasted Paraguay by a final score of 1-0, thanks to a penalty shot from Kylian Mbappé.

Now two teams that met in the Semifinals during the 2022 FIFA World Cup will meet a round earlier, this time with a spot in the Semifinals on the line. In that match back in Qatar, France took an early 1-0 lead on a goal from Theo Hernández in the fifth minute, and salted away the match when Randal Kolo Muani slotted home in the 79th minute.

Time to break out all the historical analogies you can muster!

Norway is moving on to the Quarterfinals for the first time in history, following Sunday’s 2-1 win over Brazil. Erling Haaland continued his Golden Boot campaign with a brace, bringing his total to seven goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

They will take on England, after the Three Lions survived everything that was thrown at them on Sunday night in Mexico City. England’s 3-2 win over Mexico pushed them through to the Quarterfinals.

The third Quarterfinals matchup was determined Monday.

Tournament favorite Spain eliminated Portugal with a late winner from Mikel Merino. The USMNT followed suit with the rest of the host nations going out in the Round of 16 after a 1-4 loss to Belgium.

Argentina/Egypt vs. Switzerland/Colombia

The fourth and final Quarterfinals matchup will be set on Tuesday.

Lionel Messi and Argentina will hope to return to the Semifinals when they take on Mohamed Salah and Egypt at noon Eastern in Atlanta. The winner of that match will meet the winner of Tuesday evening’s tilt between Switzerland and Colombia.

Potential Semifinals matchups

Now let’s take a quick peek ahead at what we could see in the Semifinals.

Match 101: France/Morocco vs. TBD

On the left side of the bracket, the winner of Thursday’s match between France and Morocco in Boston will take on the team that emerges from the bottom-left quadrant. As of publication, Spain and Portugal are the two teams vying for that spot.

Match 102: England/Norway vs. TBD

Then on the right side of the bracket, the winner of Saturday’s tilt between England and Norway will take on the team that emerges from the bottom-right quadrant. As of publication Argentina, Egypt, Colombia, and Switzerland are the four teams fighting for that spot.

#World #Cup #Quarterfinals #matches #potential #Semifinal #fixtures

The Round of 16 is well underway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the…

Published on Jul 07, 2026

#USA #Belgium #LIVE #score #FIFA #World #Cup #USA #BEL #Vanaken #takes #advantage #goalkeeper #error #updates"> USA vs Belgium LIVE score, FIFA World Cup 2026: USA 1-3 BEL; Vanaken takes advantage of goalkeeper error; Round of 16 updates USA vs BEL LIVE: Catch the real-time updates from the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium being played at the Seattle Stadium. Updated : Jul 07, 2026 06:59 IST Belgium’s Charles De Ketelaere celebrates with teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against USA. | Photo Credit: REUTERS Belgium’s Charles De Ketelaere celebrates with teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against USA. | Photo Credit: REUTERS Welcome to Sportstar’s live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium being played at the Seattle Stadium.MATCH OVERVIEWBelgium starting XI (4-2-3-1): Courtois (gk), Castagne, Ngoy, Mechele, De Cuyper, Raskin, Onana, Lukebakio, Tielemans, Trossard, De KetelaereUSA starting XI (4-3-3): Freese (gk), Freeman, Richards, Ream, Robinson, McKennie, Adams, Tillman, Dest, Balogun, PulisicVenue: Seattle StadiumACTION FROM THE FIRST HALF9’- Belgium took advantage of a poor clearance from USA, and Nicolas Raskin collected the ball at the edge of the box before passing it into the middle. Charles De Ketelaere was at the right place at the right time and tapped the ball into an empty goal to take the lead.31’ – Malik Tillman scores from a free kick in back-to-back games. Thibaut Courtois had his wall set up, but Tillman’s shot took a wicked deflection off Hans Vanaken, which left the Belgian goalkeeper competely wrong footed.33’ – De Ketelaere restored the lead in quick time. It was brilliant work from Leandro Trossard on the left wing as he collected the ball and took his time before sending in a tempting cross into the middle. De Ketelaere was once again there, and he towered over Tim Ream to head the ball into the back of the net. 62′ USA 1-3 BEL Trossard is looking to get in on the action as he gets into the box from the left before attempting a shot. But the attempt is blocked by Adams, sending the ball out for a corner. 59′ USA 1-3 BEL | Substitution USA: Pulisic is replaced by Berhalter. 57′ USA 1-3 BEL | GOAALL! VANAKEN SCORES! HORRIBLE MISTAKE FROM THE USA GOALKEEPER!!A ball is played over the top to Ketelaere, but it goes well past him and comes to Freese, who came way off his line. He takes a touch and makes a mess of a standard clearance, instead choosing to pass it sideways.However, Ketelaere was alert and stuck out a leg, which sent the ball to Vanaken, who found the bottom right corner of an open goal from way out.Belgium gets a two-goal lead and now a mountain to climb for the last remaining host. 54′ USA 1-2 BEL Adams plays a lovely ball over the top for Freeman, who ran into the right side of the box. But he should have done better, as his first touch let him down, allowing the ball to roll out for a goal kick. 52′ USA 1-2 BEL Pulisic goes down on the edge of the Belgian box after a challenge from Tielemans, but the referee waves away any shouts for a foul. 50′ USA 1-2 BEL De Ketelaere gets the ball in the middle of the pitch and tries to find Trossard’s run into the box. But Freese is alert and comes off his line to collect the ball ahead of the Arsenal forward. 47′ USA 1-2 BEL Seems like Reya has slotted into the midfield with the duo of Pulisic and Balogun forming the forward line. Second half begins! USA kicks off the second half, shooting from right to left.USA: Dest is replaced by Gio Reyna. A historic strike from Malik Tillman! Malik Tillman becomes second player to score two freekick goals in same FIFA World Cup since 1966Malik Tillman joins Bernard Genghini as the second player to score two freekick goals in a single World Cup. Half time! Pulisic sends the ball into the box from the right corner, but it is Courtois who meets it in the air. And the referee uses that moment to end the first half.Charles De Ketelaere’s brace is the point of difference at the moment. 45+4′ USA 1-2 BEL Tillman plays a lovely through ball into the box for Balogun, who seemed in pole position to reach it. But, out comes Courtois and bravely clears the ball away from danger. 45+2′ USA 1-2 BEL Dest gets the ball and tries to go on a run down the right side. But De Cuypers does well to track back and nick the ball away. 45′ USA 1-2 BEL Tillman launches the ball in from a throw-in on the right, and Freeman heads it forward for Balogun, whose attempt from close range goes sailing into the stands behind the goal.Six minutes of added time to play in the first half. 43′ USA 1-2 BEL De Cuypers stands over the ball and sends a good-looking cross into the box. Lukebakio is completely unmarked and he should have done better with his header which goes well wide of the left post. 42′ USA 1-2 BEL Belgium gets a free kick in the opposition half after Vanaken is sent to the floor by Richards. 39′ USA 1-2 BEL Tielemans sends an outswinging corner from the right, which is directed towards the goal by Raksin. But Freese watches the ball closely and makes an easy save. 35′ USA 1-2 BEL And the first booking of the game goes to Weston McKennie, who is punished for a late sliding challenge. 33′ USA 1-2 BEL | GOAALL! DE KETELAERE SCORES AGAIN! THE LEAD IS RESTORED IN QUICK TIME!Brilliant work from Trossard on the left wing as he collects the ball and takes his time before sending in a tempting cross into the middle.De Ketelaere is once again there, and he towers over Ream to head the ball into the back of the net. 31′ USA 1-1 BEL | GOAALL! TILLMAN SCORES!! HE SCORES FROM A FREE KICK IN BACK-TO-BACK GAMES!Courtois had his wall set up but Tillman’s shot takes a wicked deflection off Vanaken, which leaves the Belgian goalkeeper competely wrong footed. 30′ USA 0-1 BEL USA gets a free kick in a good shooting position after Balogun is fouled by Mechele. 29′ USA 0-1 BEL USA finds breaks a long spell of Belgium possession with Weston McKennie drawing a foul from Raskin in USA’s half. 24′ USA 0-1 BEL Now a chance for both teams to gather their breath as the referee blows his whistle for the Hydration Break. 22′ USA 0-1 BEL Sloppy from Chris Richards who messes up a clearance by slamming it straight into De Ketelaere. However, he will be thanking his stars as he gets another opportunity to boot the ball away after the Belgian forward is unable to bring it under control. 20′ USA 0-1 BEL | Substitution Belgium: Onana is replaced by Vanaken. 19′ USA 0-1 BEL And this is not good for Belgium, as it looks like Onana will not be able to continue. His teammates are seen consoling him on the bench.  17′ USA 0-1 BEL Play is paused as Onana is on the floor with some sort of injury. He is receiving treatment on the pitch.  16′ USA 0-1 BEL Rudi Garcia will be extremely happy with his team’s start and especially with two of his changes combining for the opening goal. 13′ USA 0-1 BEL Belgium is not backing down as crosses are swung into the box, with Trossard among those who have a go at goal. The American defence is barely holding on at the moment. 11′ USA 0-1 BEL Mauricio Pochettino is visibly unhappy with his team’s defending there as cameras show the Argentine in the USA dugout with a confused look on his face. 9′ USA 0-1 BEL | GOAALL! DE KETELAERE SCORES!!Belgium takes advantage of a poor clearance from USA, and Raskin collects the ball at the edge of the box before passing it into the middle. De Ketelaere is at the right place at the right time and taps the ball into an empty goal to take the lead. 8′ USA 0-0 BEL Lukebakio with a brilliant run past bodies in the opposition half before playing it through for Castagne, who made an overlapping run.The right-back squares it into the middle, where Tielemans arrives. But, he should have done better as he scuffs his shot. 5′ USA 0-0 BEL McKennie gets the ball on the right side and tries to curl it into the path of Balogum. But Courtois had anticipated the pass and comes way off his line to collect the ball. 3′ USA 0-0 BEL Four changes in Belgium’s starting lineup today, with Ngoy, Onana, Raskin and Lukebakio coming in. 1′ USA 0-0 BEL Belgium is piling on the pressure with De Cuyper’s long throw-in being cleared away and coming to Castagne, who launches the ball from outside the box.Freese is called into action early, and he produces a good save to keep the scores level.Lively start from the Europeans! Kick off! Belgium kicks off the match, shooting from right to left. Spain awaits the victor in the quarterfinals. No De Bruyne in the starting lineup for Belgium! The last time the Napoli midfielder started on the bench for Belgium was in the 2021 UEFA Nations League clash against Italy.Why is Kevin De Bruyne not playing for Belgium vs USA in FIFA World Cup 2026 RO 16 match?Kevin De Bruyne starts on the bench for Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against the USA. Match starts soon! The players are making their way into the Seattle Stadium. Ream wears the captain’s armband for USA while Tielemans leads the Red Devils out. Find out more about the referee for this game! Who is the referee for USA vs Belgium FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match?Find out who the referee is for the USA vs Belgium FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match, along with the full officiating team and VAR officials. Head-to-head record Played: 7Belgium: 6USA: 1In World CupsPlayed: 2Belgium: 2USA: 0 Folarin Balogun starts amidst all the controversy! Florian Balogun starts for USA against Belgium in FIFA World Cup RO16 clashFlorian Balogun starts for the USA against Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash. Belgium starting XI (4-2-3-1) Courtois (gk), Castagne, Ngoy, Mechele, De Cuyper, Raskin, Onana, Lukebakio, Tielemans, Trossard, De Ketelaere USA starting XI (4-3-3) Freese (gk), Freeman, Richards, Ream, Robinson, McKennie, Adams, Tillman, Dest, Balogun, Pulisic Hello! Welcome to Sportstar’s live blog of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium being played at the Seattle Stadium.Published on Jul 07, 2026 #USA #Belgium #LIVE #score #FIFA #World #Cup #USA #BEL #Vanaken #takes #advantage #goalkeeper #error #updates
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#USA #Belgium #LIVE #score #FIFA #World #Cup #USA #BEL #Vanaken #takes #advantage #goalkeeper #error #updates">USA vs Belgium LIVE score, FIFA World Cup 2026: USA 1-3 BEL; Vanaken takes advantage of goalkeeper error; Round of 16 updates

USA vs BEL LIVE: Catch the real-time updates from the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium being played at the Seattle Stadium.

Updated : Jul 07, 2026 06:59 IST

USA vs Belgium LIVE score, FIFA World Cup 2026: USA 1-3 BEL; Vanaken takes advantage of goalkeeper error; Round of 16 updates USA vs BEL LIVE: Catch the real-time updates from the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium being played at the Seattle Stadium. Updated : Jul 07, 2026 06:59 IST Belgium’s Charles De Ketelaere celebrates with teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against USA. | Photo Credit: REUTERS Belgium’s Charles De Ketelaere celebrates with teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against USA. | Photo Credit: REUTERS Welcome to Sportstar’s live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium being played at the Seattle Stadium.MATCH OVERVIEWBelgium starting XI (4-2-3-1): Courtois (gk), Castagne, Ngoy, Mechele, De Cuyper, Raskin, Onana, Lukebakio, Tielemans, Trossard, De KetelaereUSA starting XI (4-3-3): Freese (gk), Freeman, Richards, Ream, Robinson, McKennie, Adams, Tillman, Dest, Balogun, PulisicVenue: Seattle StadiumACTION FROM THE FIRST HALF9’- Belgium took advantage of a poor clearance from USA, and Nicolas Raskin collected the ball at the edge of the box before passing it into the middle. Charles De Ketelaere was at the right place at the right time and tapped the ball into an empty goal to take the lead.31’ – Malik Tillman scores from a free kick in back-to-back games. Thibaut Courtois had his wall set up, but Tillman’s shot took a wicked deflection off Hans Vanaken, which left the Belgian goalkeeper competely wrong footed.33’ – De Ketelaere restored the lead in quick time. It was brilliant work from Leandro Trossard on the left wing as he collected the ball and took his time before sending in a tempting cross into the middle. De Ketelaere was once again there, and he towered over Tim Ream to head the ball into the back of the net. 62′ USA 1-3 BEL Trossard is looking to get in on the action as he gets into the box from the left before attempting a shot. But the attempt is blocked by Adams, sending the ball out for a corner. 59′ USA 1-3 BEL | Substitution USA: Pulisic is replaced by Berhalter. 57′ USA 1-3 BEL | GOAALL! VANAKEN SCORES! HORRIBLE MISTAKE FROM THE USA GOALKEEPER!!A ball is played over the top to Ketelaere, but it goes well past him and comes to Freese, who came way off his line. He takes a touch and makes a mess of a standard clearance, instead choosing to pass it sideways.However, Ketelaere was alert and stuck out a leg, which sent the ball to Vanaken, who found the bottom right corner of an open goal from way out.Belgium gets a two-goal lead and now a mountain to climb for the last remaining host. 54′ USA 1-2 BEL Adams plays a lovely ball over the top for Freeman, who ran into the right side of the box. But he should have done better, as his first touch let him down, allowing the ball to roll out for a goal kick. 52′ USA 1-2 BEL Pulisic goes down on the edge of the Belgian box after a challenge from Tielemans, but the referee waves away any shouts for a foul. 50′ USA 1-2 BEL De Ketelaere gets the ball in the middle of the pitch and tries to find Trossard’s run into the box. But Freese is alert and comes off his line to collect the ball ahead of the Arsenal forward. 47′ USA 1-2 BEL Seems like Reya has slotted into the midfield with the duo of Pulisic and Balogun forming the forward line. Second half begins! USA kicks off the second half, shooting from right to left.USA: Dest is replaced by Gio Reyna. A historic strike from Malik Tillman! Malik Tillman becomes second player to score two freekick goals in same FIFA World Cup since 1966Malik Tillman joins Bernard Genghini as the second player to score two freekick goals in a single World Cup. Half time! Pulisic sends the ball into the box from the right corner, but it is Courtois who meets it in the air. And the referee uses that moment to end the first half.Charles De Ketelaere’s brace is the point of difference at the moment. 45+4′ USA 1-2 BEL Tillman plays a lovely through ball into the box for Balogun, who seemed in pole position to reach it. But, out comes Courtois and bravely clears the ball away from danger. 45+2′ USA 1-2 BEL Dest gets the ball and tries to go on a run down the right side. But De Cuypers does well to track back and nick the ball away. 45′ USA 1-2 BEL Tillman launches the ball in from a throw-in on the right, and Freeman heads it forward for Balogun, whose attempt from close range goes sailing into the stands behind the goal.Six minutes of added time to play in the first half. 43′ USA 1-2 BEL De Cuypers stands over the ball and sends a good-looking cross into the box. Lukebakio is completely unmarked and he should have done better with his header which goes well wide of the left post. 42′ USA 1-2 BEL Belgium gets a free kick in the opposition half after Vanaken is sent to the floor by Richards. 39′ USA 1-2 BEL Tielemans sends an outswinging corner from the right, which is directed towards the goal by Raksin. But Freese watches the ball closely and makes an easy save. 35′ USA 1-2 BEL And the first booking of the game goes to Weston McKennie, who is punished for a late sliding challenge. 33′ USA 1-2 BEL | GOAALL! DE KETELAERE SCORES AGAIN! THE LEAD IS RESTORED IN QUICK TIME!Brilliant work from Trossard on the left wing as he collects the ball and takes his time before sending in a tempting cross into the middle.De Ketelaere is once again there, and he towers over Ream to head the ball into the back of the net. 31′ USA 1-1 BEL | GOAALL! TILLMAN SCORES!! HE SCORES FROM A FREE KICK IN BACK-TO-BACK GAMES!Courtois had his wall set up but Tillman’s shot takes a wicked deflection off Vanaken, which leaves the Belgian goalkeeper competely wrong footed. 30′ USA 0-1 BEL USA gets a free kick in a good shooting position after Balogun is fouled by Mechele. 29′ USA 0-1 BEL USA finds breaks a long spell of Belgium possession with Weston McKennie drawing a foul from Raskin in USA’s half. 24′ USA 0-1 BEL Now a chance for both teams to gather their breath as the referee blows his whistle for the Hydration Break. 22′ USA 0-1 BEL Sloppy from Chris Richards who messes up a clearance by slamming it straight into De Ketelaere. However, he will be thanking his stars as he gets another opportunity to boot the ball away after the Belgian forward is unable to bring it under control. 20′ USA 0-1 BEL | Substitution Belgium: Onana is replaced by Vanaken. 19′ USA 0-1 BEL And this is not good for Belgium, as it looks like Onana will not be able to continue. His teammates are seen consoling him on the bench.  17′ USA 0-1 BEL Play is paused as Onana is on the floor with some sort of injury. He is receiving treatment on the pitch.  16′ USA 0-1 BEL Rudi Garcia will be extremely happy with his team’s start and especially with two of his changes combining for the opening goal. 13′ USA 0-1 BEL Belgium is not backing down as crosses are swung into the box, with Trossard among those who have a go at goal. The American defence is barely holding on at the moment. 11′ USA 0-1 BEL Mauricio Pochettino is visibly unhappy with his team’s defending there as cameras show the Argentine in the USA dugout with a confused look on his face. 9′ USA 0-1 BEL | GOAALL! DE KETELAERE SCORES!!Belgium takes advantage of a poor clearance from USA, and Raskin collects the ball at the edge of the box before passing it into the middle. De Ketelaere is at the right place at the right time and taps the ball into an empty goal to take the lead. 8′ USA 0-0 BEL Lukebakio with a brilliant run past bodies in the opposition half before playing it through for Castagne, who made an overlapping run.The right-back squares it into the middle, where Tielemans arrives. But, he should have done better as he scuffs his shot. 5′ USA 0-0 BEL McKennie gets the ball on the right side and tries to curl it into the path of Balogum. But Courtois had anticipated the pass and comes way off his line to collect the ball. 3′ USA 0-0 BEL Four changes in Belgium’s starting lineup today, with Ngoy, Onana, Raskin and Lukebakio coming in. 1′ USA 0-0 BEL Belgium is piling on the pressure with De Cuyper’s long throw-in being cleared away and coming to Castagne, who launches the ball from outside the box.Freese is called into action early, and he produces a good save to keep the scores level.Lively start from the Europeans! Kick off! Belgium kicks off the match, shooting from right to left. Spain awaits the victor in the quarterfinals. No De Bruyne in the starting lineup for Belgium! The last time the Napoli midfielder started on the bench for Belgium was in the 2021 UEFA Nations League clash against Italy.Why is Kevin De Bruyne not playing for Belgium vs USA in FIFA World Cup 2026 RO 16 match?Kevin De Bruyne starts on the bench for Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against the USA. Match starts soon! 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Belgium’s Charles De Ketelaere celebrates with teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against USA. | Photo Credit: REUTERS

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Belgium’s Charles De Ketelaere celebrates with teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against USA. | Photo Credit: REUTERS

Welcome to Sportstar’s live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium being played at the Seattle Stadium.

MATCH OVERVIEW

Belgium starting XI (4-2-3-1): Courtois (gk), Castagne, Ngoy, Mechele, De Cuyper, Raskin, Onana, Lukebakio, Tielemans, Trossard, De Ketelaere

USA starting XI (4-3-3): Freese (gk), Freeman, Richards, Ream, Robinson, McKennie, Adams, Tillman, Dest, Balogun, Pulisic

Venue: Seattle Stadium

ACTION FROM THE FIRST HALF

9’- Belgium took advantage of a poor clearance from USA, and Nicolas Raskin collected the ball at the edge of the box before passing it into the middle. Charles De Ketelaere was at the right place at the right time and tapped the ball into an empty goal to take the lead.

31’ – Malik Tillman scores from a free kick in back-to-back games. Thibaut Courtois had his wall set up, but Tillman’s shot took a wicked deflection off Hans Vanaken, which left the Belgian goalkeeper competely wrong footed.

33’ – De Ketelaere restored the lead in quick time. It was brilliant work from Leandro Trossard on the left wing as he collected the ball and took his time before sending in a tempting cross into the middle. De Ketelaere was once again there, and he towered over Tim Ream to head the ball into the back of the net.

  • 62′ USA 1-3 BEL

    Trossard is looking to get in on the action as he gets into the box from the left before attempting a shot. But the attempt is blocked by Adams, sending the ball out for a corner.

  • 59′ USA 1-3 BEL | Substitution

    USA: Pulisic is replaced by Berhalter.

  • 57′ USA 1-3 BEL | GOAALL!

    VANAKEN SCORES! HORRIBLE MISTAKE FROM THE USA GOALKEEPER!!

    A ball is played over the top to Ketelaere, but it goes well past him and comes to Freese, who came way off his line. He takes a touch and makes a mess of a standard clearance, instead choosing to pass it sideways.

    However, Ketelaere was alert and stuck out a leg, which sent the ball to Vanaken, who found the bottom right corner of an open goal from way out.

    Belgium gets a two-goal lead and now a mountain to climb for the last remaining host.

  • 54′ USA 1-2 BEL

    Adams plays a lovely ball over the top for Freeman, who ran into the right side of the box. But he should have done better, as his first touch let him down, allowing the ball to roll out for a goal kick.

  • 52′ USA 1-2 BEL

    Pulisic goes down on the edge of the Belgian box after a challenge from Tielemans, but the referee waves away any shouts for a foul.

  • 50′ USA 1-2 BEL

    De Ketelaere gets the ball in the middle of the pitch and tries to find Trossard’s run into the box. But Freese is alert and comes off his line to collect the ball ahead of the Arsenal forward.

  • 47′ USA 1-2 BEL

    Seems like Reya has slotted into the midfield with the duo of Pulisic and Balogun forming the forward line.

  • Second half begins!

    USA kicks off the second half, shooting from right to left.

    USA: Dest is replaced by Gio Reyna.

  • A historic strike from Malik Tillman!

    Malik Tillman becomes second player to score two freekick goals in same FIFA World Cup since 1966

    Malik Tillman joins Bernard Genghini as the second player to score two freekick goals in a single World Cup.

  • Half time!

    Pulisic sends the ball into the box from the right corner, but it is Courtois who meets it in the air. And the referee uses that moment to end the first half.

    Charles De Ketelaere’s brace is the point of difference at the moment.

  • 45+4′ USA 1-2 BEL

    Tillman plays a lovely through ball into the box for Balogun, who seemed in pole position to reach it. But, out comes Courtois and bravely clears the ball away from danger.

  • 45+2′ USA 1-2 BEL

    Dest gets the ball and tries to go on a run down the right side. But De Cuypers does well to track back and nick the ball away.

  • 45′ USA 1-2 BEL

    Tillman launches the ball in from a throw-in on the right, and Freeman heads it forward for Balogun, whose attempt from close range goes sailing into the stands behind the goal.

    Six minutes of added time to play in the first half.

  • 43′ USA 1-2 BEL

    De Cuypers stands over the ball and sends a good-looking cross into the box. Lukebakio is completely unmarked and he should have done better with his header which goes well wide of the left post.

  • 42′ USA 1-2 BEL

    Belgium gets a free kick in the opposition half after Vanaken is sent to the floor by Richards.

  • 39′ USA 1-2 BEL

    Tielemans sends an outswinging corner from the right, which is directed towards the goal by Raksin. But Freese watches the ball closely and makes an easy save.

  • 35′ USA 1-2 BEL

    And the first booking of the game goes to Weston McKennie, who is punished for a late sliding challenge.

  • 33′ USA 1-2 BEL | GOAALL!

    DE KETELAERE SCORES AGAIN! THE LEAD IS RESTORED IN QUICK TIME!

    Brilliant work from Trossard on the left wing as he collects the ball and takes his time before sending in a tempting cross into the middle.

    De Ketelaere is once again there, and he towers over Ream to head the ball into the back of the net.

  • 31′ USA 1-1 BEL | GOAALL!

    TILLMAN SCORES!! HE SCORES FROM A FREE KICK IN BACK-TO-BACK GAMES!

    Courtois had his wall set up but Tillman’s shot takes a wicked deflection off Vanaken, which leaves the Belgian goalkeeper competely wrong footed.

  • 30′ USA 0-1 BEL

    USA gets a free kick in a good shooting position after Balogun is fouled by Mechele.

  • 29′ USA 0-1 BEL

    USA finds breaks a long spell of Belgium possession with Weston McKennie drawing a foul from Raskin in USA’s half.

  • 24′ USA 0-1 BEL

    Now a chance for both teams to gather their breath as the referee blows his whistle for the Hydration Break.

  • 22′ USA 0-1 BEL

    Sloppy from Chris Richards who messes up a clearance by slamming it straight into De Ketelaere. 

    However, he will be thanking his stars as he gets another opportunity to boot the ball away after the Belgian forward is unable to bring it under control.

  • 20′ USA 0-1 BEL | Substitution

    Belgium: Onana is replaced by Vanaken.

  • 19′ USA 0-1 BEL

    And this is not good for Belgium, as it looks like Onana will not be able to continue. His teammates are seen consoling him on the bench. 

  • 17′ USA 0-1 BEL

    Play is paused as Onana is on the floor with some sort of injury. He is receiving treatment on the pitch. 

  • 16′ USA 0-1 BEL

    Rudi Garcia will be extremely happy with his team’s start and especially with two of his changes combining for the opening goal.

  • 13′ USA 0-1 BEL

    Belgium is not backing down as crosses are swung into the box, with Trossard among those who have a go at goal. The American defence is barely holding on at the moment.

  • 11′ USA 0-1 BEL

    Mauricio Pochettino is visibly unhappy with his team’s defending there as cameras show the Argentine in the USA dugout with a confused look on his face.

  • 9′ USA 0-1 BEL | GOAALL!

    DE KETELAERE SCORES!!

    Belgium takes advantage of a poor clearance from USA, and Raskin collects the ball at the edge of the box before passing it into the middle. 

    De Ketelaere is at the right place at the right time and taps the ball into an empty goal to take the lead.

  • 8′ USA 0-0 BEL

    Lukebakio with a brilliant run past bodies in the opposition half before playing it through for Castagne, who made an overlapping run.

    The right-back squares it into the middle, where Tielemans arrives. But, he should have done better as he scuffs his shot.

  • 5′ USA 0-0 BEL

    McKennie gets the ball on the right side and tries to curl it into the path of Balogum. But Courtois had anticipated the pass and comes way off his line to collect the ball.

  • 3′ USA 0-0 BEL

    Four changes in Belgium’s starting lineup today, with Ngoy, Onana, Raskin and Lukebakio coming in.

  • 1′ USA 0-0 BEL

    Belgium is piling on the pressure with De Cuyper’s long throw-in being cleared away and coming to Castagne, who launches the ball from outside the box.

    Freese is called into action early, and he produces a good save to keep the scores level.

    Lively start from the Europeans!

  • Kick off!

    Belgium kicks off the match, shooting from right to left. 

    Spain awaits the victor in the quarterfinals.

  • No De Bruyne in the starting lineup for Belgium!

    The last time the Napoli midfielder started on the bench for Belgium was in the 2021 UEFA Nations League clash against Italy.

    Why is Kevin De Bruyne not playing for Belgium vs USA in FIFA World Cup 2026 RO 16 match?

    Kevin De Bruyne starts on the bench for Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against the USA.

  • Match starts soon!

    The players are making their way into the Seattle Stadium. Ream wears the captain’s armband for USA while Tielemans leads the Red Devils out.

  • Find out more about the referee for this game!

    Who is the referee for USA vs Belgium FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match?

    Find out who the referee is for the USA vs Belgium FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match, along with the full officiating team and VAR officials.

  • Head-to-head record

    Played: 7

    Belgium: 6

    USA: 1

    In World Cups

    Played: 2

    Belgium: 2

    USA: 0

  • Folarin Balogun starts amidst all the controversy!

    Florian Balogun starts for USA against Belgium in FIFA World Cup RO16 clash

    Florian Balogun starts for the USA against Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash.

  • Belgium starting XI (4-2-3-1)

    Courtois (gk), Castagne, Ngoy, Mechele, De Cuyper, Raskin, Onana, Lukebakio, Tielemans, Trossard, De Ketelaere

  • USA starting XI (4-3-3)

    Freese (gk), Freeman, Richards, Ream, Robinson, McKennie, Adams, Tillman, Dest, Balogun, Pulisic

  • Hello!

    Welcome to Sportstar’s live blog of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium being played at the Seattle Stadium.

Published on Jul 07, 2026

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It didn’t take Mooney and Litchfield long to silence them. By the time Litchfield fell, bowled by Charlie Dean, Australia was not far from home: only 34 runs were required.

Mooney was trapped lbw by Sophie Ecclestone, but it was too late.

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Opener Beth Mooney led Australia’s with a superb knock (64, 49b, 10×4). She showed her class and experience, not allowing England to really come back into the match. It was a well-composed innings, doing precisely what is required in chase like this, in a match like this.

It was her second-wicket stand of 100 off 67 balls with Phoebe Litchfield (48, 35b, 6×4, 2×6) that virtually shut the door on England. The host may have felt it had a chance when opener Georgia Voll played on against Lauren Bell. The seamer clenched her fists in delight. The crowd roared.

It didn’t take Mooney and Litchfield long to silence them. By the time Litchfield fell, bowled by Charlie Dean, Australia was not far from home: only 34 runs were required.

Mooney was trapped lbw by Sophie Ecclestone, but it was too late.

Earlier, the England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt got her team out of serious trouble once again. She remained unbeaten 58 (53b, 5×4). Her unbroken fifth-wicket partnership with Freya Kemp (44 n.o., 28b, 4×4, 1×6) gave England a competitive total.

Just two days after playing that semifinal-winning knock against South Africa, Sciver-Brunt had to walk out to the middle in just the second over after opener Amy Jones failed yet again. The England wicketkeeper has had a dismal time with the bat after scoring 53 in the opening match against Sri Lanka in the opening match of the World Cup.

Jones fell to a sharp, low catch at backward point by Voll off Lucy Hamilton’s second ball. Her opening partner Dani Wyatt-Hodge was in awesome in the group stage, but had failed in the semifinal.

And she disappointed again. She was beautifully caught behind the stumps by a diving Beth Mooney. It had taken a review by Australia to get that wicket though; the umpire had called that ball from Annabel Sutherland a wide, but the replays revealed Wyatt-Hodge had gloved it.

Alice Capsey was determined to support her captain and the duo tried to rebuild the innings. They were cautious to begin, but the younger partner gave England a much-needed boost when she went after Ashleigh Gardner, hitting her for two fours and a six – the first of the innings — as 16 came off the ninth over.

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Ah, Australia.

How on earth a team could be this good. Even in transition, apparently.

Sophie Molineux and Co. lifted the Women’s T20 World Cup on a gloriously sunny Sunday afternoon. Expectedly. In style. With yet another dominant show.

They crushed England by seven wickets with 2.5 overs to spare. England’s 150 for four, after being asked to bat first, was never going to be enough against the strong and incredibly deep Australian batting line-up.

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Opener Beth Mooney led Australia’s with a superb knock (64, 49b, 10×4). She showed her class and experience, not allowing England to really come back into the match. It was a well-composed innings, doing precisely what is required in chase like this, in a match like this.

It was her second-wicket stand of 100 off 67 balls with Phoebe Litchfield (48, 35b, 6×4, 2×6) that virtually shut the door on England. The host may have felt it had a chance when opener Georgia Voll played on against Lauren Bell. The seamer clenched her fists in delight. The crowd roared.

It didn’t take Mooney and Litchfield long to silence them. By the time Litchfield fell, bowled by Charlie Dean, Australia was not far from home: only 34 runs were required.

Mooney was trapped lbw by Sophie Ecclestone, but it was too late.

Earlier, the England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt got her team out of serious trouble once again. She remained unbeaten 58 (53b, 5×4). Her unbroken fifth-wicket partnership with Freya Kemp (44 n.o., 28b, 4×4, 1×6) gave England a competitive total.

Just two days after playing that semifinal-winning knock against South Africa, Sciver-Brunt had to walk out to the middle in just the second over after opener Amy Jones failed yet again. The England wicketkeeper has had a dismal time with the bat after scoring 53 in the opening match against Sri Lanka in the opening match of the World Cup.

Jones fell to a sharp, low catch at backward point by Voll off Lucy Hamilton’s second ball. Her opening partner Dani Wyatt-Hodge was in awesome in the group stage, but had failed in the semifinal.

And she disappointed again. She was beautifully caught behind the stumps by a diving Beth Mooney. It had taken a review by Australia to get that wicket though; the umpire had called that ball from Annabel Sutherland a wide, but the replays revealed Wyatt-Hodge had gloved it.

Alice Capsey was determined to support her captain and the duo tried to rebuild the innings. They were cautious to begin, but the younger partner gave England a much-needed boost when she went after Ashleigh Gardner, hitting her for two fours and a six – the first of the innings — as 16 came off the ninth over.

That helped, but it would not prove enough against an all-time great team.

Published on Jul 05, 2026

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