US eliminated from World Cup, losing to Belgium in round of 16

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The United States men's national soccer team was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup following a 4-1 loss to Belgium, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice and assisting another goal. The defeat ended the US team's aspirations for a deep tournament run on home soil.

SEATTLE — The United States’ hopes for a deep World Cup run at home ended when Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and assisted on another goal, helping Belgium expose the Americans’ defensive liabilities in a 4-1 win Monday night that earned a quarterfinal berth. While the U.