USA Falls to Belgium in Crushing Exit | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

Belgium crushed the U.S. 4-1, ending America’s World Cup hopes and sealing their own spot in the quarterfinals against Spain. Charles De Ketelaere shone with two goals and an assist, while the U.S. defense crumbled under pressure, plagued by costly errors and a shaky goalkeeper. Even with Folarin Balogun back from suspension, the team couldn’t overcome their lapses. Coach Pochettino admitted the squad’s disconnect, calling it a painful learning moment for a generation that includes Christian Pulisic, sidelined by injury. Belgium’s seventh straight win over the U.S. cements their dominance…