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USMNT's World Cup ends vs. Belgium with sloppy last-16 showing; Balogun non-factor after controversy

The U.S. bows out after being unable to overcome a sloppy performance. Our writers in Seattle analyze the defeat to the Belgians

The Athletic Football7 Jul 2026 · 3 min

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USA vs Belgium Stats: World Cup Round of 16 – LIVE

The United states take on Belgium in the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Mauricio Pochettino's side look to continue their impressive campaign thus far. The post USA vs Belgium Stats: World Cup Round of 16 – LIVE appeared first on Opta Analyst.

Opta Analyst6 Jul 2026 · 3 min

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup Dream to Remain Unfulfilled, with Portugal Ready to Move On

Portugal were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup by Spain on Monday in a 1-0 defeat. It brought down the curtain on Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career. The post Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup Dream to Remain Unfulfilled, with Portugal Ready to Move On appeared first on Opta Analyst.