USA vs Belgium Live Score, Lineups & Match Updates — FIFA World Cup 2026
CS Sports brings you minute-by-minute live coverage as co-hosts USA take on Belgium in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Lumen Field, Seattle, with a quarterfinal spot on the line.
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The United States face a familiar foe in Belgium as the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout rounds intensify. It is a repeat of the 2014 Round of 16, the last time these two nations met at a World Cup — a night remembered for goalkeeper Tim Howard's record-setting saves as Belgium advanced 2-1 after extra time. Twelve years on, none of the Americans from that squad remain, but the stakes are just as high.
Mauricio Pochettino's USA reached this stage with a 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, though the result came at a cost: forward Folarin Balogun, the USA's top scorer at the tournament with three goals, was sent off in the second half and will serve a suspension for this fixture. Christian Pulisic returned from a calf issue to feature in that win and is expected to shoulder more of the attacking responsibility here.
Belgium survived a round of 32 scare, coming from behind to beat Senegal courtesy of a Youri Tielemans brace and a nerve-settling penalty in extra time. Manager Rudi Garcia's side have looked short of their best for large stretches of the tournament, but they remain stacked with individual quality in Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Jérémy Doku — golden-generation figures who may be playing their final World Cup.
The two sides met more recently in a March 2026 international friendly, which Belgium won comfortably, a result that will linger in the back of American minds heading into Seattle.
Starting XI & Substitutes
🇺🇸 USA (4-3-3) — Predicted XI
- Matt Freese (GK)
- Alex Freeman
- Chris Richards
- Tim Ream (C)
- Antonee Robinson
- Weston McKennie
- Tyler Adams
- Malik Tillman
- Sergiño Dest
- Ricardo Pepi
- Christian Pulisic
🇧🇪 Belgium (4-2-3-1) — Predicted XI
- Thibaut Courtois (GK)
- Timothy Castagne
- Nathan Ngoy
- Brandon Mechele
- Arthur Theate
- Youri Tielemans (C)
- Amadou Onana
- Leandro Trossard
- Kevin De Bruyne
- Jérémy Doku
- Romelu Lukaku
Head-to-Head Statistics
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Match Timeline
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Match Prediction
CS Sports Verdict
This looks like one of the tightest ties of the round, with betting markets pricing it as close to a pick'em. USA's high pressing midfield of Adams, McKennie and Tillman should cause problems for Belgium's double pivot, but the absence of Balogun's hold-up play is a real blow. Belgium's experience in knockout football and their front-line quality in De Bruyne, Doku and Lukaku give them a slight edge in moments of individual brilliance, though their defensive record this tournament remains a concern.
Prediction is an editorial opinion for entertainment purposes and not betting advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does USA vs Belgium kick off?
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT on Monday, July 6, 2026, at Lumen Field, Seattle.
Where can I watch USA vs Belgium live?
The match airs on FOX in the United States. You can also follow CS Sports' live streaming link above for online viewing options and real-time text updates.
Is Folarin Balogun playing for USA against Belgium?
No — Balogun is suspended after a red card in the Round of 32 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, despite scoring the opening goal in that match. Ricardo Pepi is expected to start in his place.
What is the head-to-head history between USA and Belgium?
Belgium eliminated the USA at the same Round of 16 stage of the 2014 World Cup, winning 2-1 after extra time. The teams also met in a March 2026 friendly, won comfortably by Belgium.
What happens if the match is level after 90 minutes?
As with all World Cup knockout matches, the game moves to 30 minutes of extra time, followed by a penalty shootout if the scores remain level.
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