Was USA's World Cup a success? Belgium defeat sees USMNT fail to grasp generational opportunity in Round of 16

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The United States hosted the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil but failed to capitalize on the opportunity to energize the soccer fanbase, as they were eliminated in the Round of 16 after a defeat by Belgium.

The United States had a massive opportunity to electrify the U.S. soccer fanbase and awaken a new generation of supporters at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil. They fumbled that chance at the final hurdle.