Belgium’s blistering attack tore the USA apart, scoring five goals in a humiliating 5-2 victory.
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Folarin Balogun’s delayed suspension controversy was supposed to be the storyline, but it was quickly forgotten as
Belgium’s blistering attack tore the USA apart, scoring five goals in a humiliating 5-2 victory. Kevin De Bruyne’s
masterclass sparked the rout, with the midfielder netting a stunning 25-yard free-kick in the 27th minute.
Thorgan Hazard doubled the lead, while Dries Mertens and Michy Batshuayi sealed the deal before halftime. Yannick
Ferreyra and Jeremy Doku added further gloss with their late goals.
The result sets up a quarter-final tie against Spain, who will be looking to avenge their 1-0 defeat at the hands of
Belgium in the group stages. But for now, Les Diables Rouges will bask in the glory of their impressive
performance. “We knew we had the quality to cause problems for any team,” said Belgium coach Domenico Tedesco.
“We’ll enjoy this win and then focus on Spain.”
The defeat will smart for the USA, who had been hoping to build on their World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign. But
they will have to regroup and recharge quickly, as they face a daunting quarter-final tie against Spain.
The quarter-finals will take place on Saturday, with Belgium facing Spain at 8pm BST. The match will be broadcast on
BBC One and the BBC iPlayer.
The USA will be looking to bounce back from their shock defeat, but they face a stiff task against a Spanish team
that is in top form.
Belgium’s victory marked their fifth straight win in the competition, and they will be confident of going all the way.
It was a game that Belgium dominated from the start, with the USA struggling to cope with their opponents’
speed and skill.
The USA’s defence was breached at will, with Belgium scoring five goals and creating numerous scoring chances.
Belgium’s victory sets up a thrilling quarter-final tie against Spain.
Key Takeaways
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the score in the USA vs Belgium match?
Belgium won 5-2, with a blistering attack that tore the USA apart.
Who scored the first goal of the match?
Kevin De Bruyne scored a stunning 25-yard free-kick in the 27th minute.
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