Belgium Ends U.S. World Cup Dreams | Tulsa News

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

Belgium storms into the quarterfinals with a 4-1 demolition of the U.S., capitalizing on American defensive lapses and led by Charles De Ketelaere’s two goals and an assist. Despite Malik Tillman’s equalizer and Folarin Balogun’s return from suspension, the U.S. couldn’t turn the tide — ending their World Cup dreams on home soil. Coach Pochettino blamed a lack of cohesion, while Belgium, on an 18-game unbeaten streak, eyes Spain next. With all CONCACAF teams gone, Europe, Africa, and South America dominate — a stark reminder of the global gap. A promising U.S. generation now exits with…