Belgium celebrate as USA exit World Cup in Seattle

Belgium players celebrate a goal during their Round of 16 victory over the United States at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026, advancing Belgium further in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Charles De Ketelaere of Belgium nets a goal during the Round of 16 clash against the United States at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Dodi Lukebakio of Belgium contests an aerial ball during the Round of 16 match against the United States at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Sergino Dest of the United States challenges Maxim De Cuyper of Belgium during the Round of 16 at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Youri Tielemans of Belgium battles Weston McKennie of the United States for midfield control in the Round of 16 at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026.

Leandro Trossard of Belgium holds possession during the Round of 16 clash with the United States at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Thibaut Courtois, goalkeeper of Belgium, makes a crucial save to deny Folarin Balogun of the United States during the Round of 16 at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026.

A United States supporter watches the Round of 16 match against Belgium at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026, as the host nation fought to stay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Folarin Balogun and United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino speak with a referee during the Round of 16 match against Belgium at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026.

Players from both the United States and Belgium contest possession during their tense Round of 16 encounter at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Dodi Lukebakio of Belgium drives a shot at goal during the Round of 16 against the United States at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Belgium players surround the referee to contest a decision during the Round of 16 match against the United States at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Charles De Ketelaere of Belgium celebrates after finding the net in the Round of 16 against the United States at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Supporters holding placards fill the stands at Seattle Stadium ahead of the Round of 16 match between the United States and Belgium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

United States supporters cheer loudly during the Round of 16 match against Belgium at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026, backing their side in front of a home crowd at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Folarin Balogun of the United States competes in the Round of 16 match against Belgium at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Belgium players mob their goalscorer in celebration during the Round of 16 win over the United States at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Belgium players again confront the referee over a contested decision during the Round of 16 against the United States at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Weston McKennie of the United States receives a yellow card from referee Adham Mohammad Tumah Makhadmeh during the Round of 16 against Belgium at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026.

Dodi Lukebakio of Belgium challenges Tyler Adams of the United States during the Round of 16 at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

A United States supporter is photographed outside Seattle Stadium ahead of the Round of 16 match against Belgium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

United States supporters are pictured inside Seattle Stadium during the Round of 16 match against Belgium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Folarin Balogun of the United States challenges Nathan Ngoy of Belgium during the Round of 16 at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Amadou Onana of Belgium battles Folarin Balogun, Chris Richards and Weston McKennie of the United States in a crowded midfield duel during the Round of 16 at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026.

A Belgium supporter is photographed at Seattle Stadium ahead of the Round of 16 clash with the United States on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Malik Tillman and Antonee Robinson of the United States celebrate a goal during the Round of 16 match against Belgium at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

United States supporters gather outside Seattle Stadium ahead of the Round of 16 match against Belgium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Malik Tillman of the United States celebrates after scoring during the Round of 16 match against Belgium at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

A Belgium fan is seen at Seattle Stadium before the Round of 16 kick-off against the United States on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Charles De Ketelaere of Belgium gets on the scoresheet again during the Round of 16 clash with the United States at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Folarin Balogun of the United States holds up the ball during the Round of 16 match against Belgium at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Leandro Trossard of Belgium is challenged by Sergino Dest and Alex Freeman of the United States during the Round of 16 at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Tim Ream of the United States battles Charles De Ketelaere of Belgium for possession during the Round of 16 at Seattle Stadium on 6 July 2026 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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