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FIFA clears Balogun, US eliminated 4-1 by Belgium.

7/7/2026

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  • FIFA’s appeal committee ruled the Belgian FA’s challenge to striker Folarin Balogun’s eligibility inadmissible, reinstating him for the Round of 16.
  • The United States men’s national team lost 4-1 to Belgium at Lumen Field in Seattle on July 6, ending its 2026 World Cup campaign.
  • Alex Freeman said the U.S. wants revenge after the loss, which was its fifth Round-of-16 exit in six tournaments since 2002.