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U.S. Advances to World Cup Last 16, Draws Belgium in Seattle

A victory would send the U.S. to only its second World Cup quarterfinal and set up a match with the winner of Portugal versus Spain.

Overview

  • The U.S. beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the round of 32 to advance to the last 16, marking the program's first time winning three matches at a single World Cup and only its second-ever knockout win.
  • The U.S. will play Belgium at Lumen Field in Seattle on Monday, July 6, with the winner moving into the quarterfinals.
  • Belgium arrives as a higher-ranked opponent (No. 9 to the U.S. at No. 16) and brings players such as Kevin De Bruyne and recent tournament pedigree that pose a tougher test than the U.S. faced in the round of 32.
  • Coach Mauricio Pochettino has become the U.S. program's all-time leader in World Cup wins after taking charge of this deep run, a managerial milestone that has shaped the team's tournament identity.
  • The expanded 48-team format and strong home crowds for co-hosts have reshaped the knockout bracket, and Canada and Mexico have also recorded rare knockout wins that underscore the hosts' momentum and the path the U.S. now navigates.