Belgium thrash USA to end World Cup dream and set up Spain showdown
Belgium brought the United States' World Cup party to a shattering halt on Monday, thrashing the tournament co-hosts 4-1 to set up a quarter-final showdown with Spain...
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Belgium decisively defeated the United States 4-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, ending the host nation's tournament dreams and advancing to a quarter-final match against Spain.
- Charles De Ketelaere scored twice for Belgium, with Hans Vanaken and substitute Romelu Lukaku adding goals.
- The US bid farewell to the tournament after a campaign overshadowed by eligibility controversies surrounding striker Folarin Balogun.
- In another match, Spain eliminated Portugal 1-0, marking what is likely Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup appearance.
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Spain Edge Portugal to End Ronaldo World Cup Dream - July 2026
Spain advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup after a late 1-0 victory over Portugal on July 6, 2026, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup aspirations. The 41-year-old captain was visibly emotional after what is likely his final World Cup appearance as Portugal lost 1-0. Meanwhile, Belgium decisively defeated the United States 4-1 in the Round of 16, ending the host nation's tournament dreams and advancing to face Spain. The World Cup last-16 also featured a high-profile clash between Lionel Messi's Argentina and Mohamed Salah's Egypt in Atlanta, with the match being a direct competition for the Golden Boot award.
